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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance game simulation programmer in the United States is $92,636.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24,000.00 and $145,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFreelance Game Simulation ProgrammerFreelance Game Developer
Primary FocusCreating realistic simulations and physics models for gamesDesigning, coding, and implementing overall game features and mechanics
Skills & CredentialsProgramming, physics, mathematics, simulation software knowledgeProgramming, game design, UI/UX, storytelling
Work EnvironmentProject-based, often collaborating with artists and designersEnd-to-end game development, often solo or small teams
Industry UsageUsed in simulation-heavy games, VR, AR, training appsUsed across all game genres and platforms

While both roles involve programming skills, a Freelance Game Simulation Programmer specializes in creating realistic physics and simulation models, whereas a Freelance Game Developer handles the overall game design and development process. The choice depends on whether your expertise is in simulation technology or broader game creation.

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Simulation Engineering Manager - 3D Scenarios

Simulation Engineering Manager - 3D Scenarios

Apple

Cupertino, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Apple rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 661 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 30 rated technology retailers

Job description

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something.
As an Engineering Manager in the Special Projects group, you will have an opportunity to be part of an innovation-focused organization within Apple that is exploring the overlapping space around Simulation and AI/ML. You will be able to work on ambitious, high-reward, and impactful projects in the early stages of development. This team has a strong focus on shipping simulations in service of AI/ML projects. We use both traditional and generative AI techniques and we are looking for ways to adopt the best new techniques while making best use of long-standing ones. Our ideal engineering leader is fearless when it comes to trying new things and is willing to iterate on ideas. We value team members who can quickly prototype, and also iterate and polish all the way to high-quality implementations. Moreover, we value leaders who can foster collaboration within their team and with cross-functional groups.
Strong software engineering background. 5+ years of experience developing software as an engineer and/or a manager. Software architecture and design skills. Ability to consider alternatives and manage risk in project planning. Ability to try new approaches to existing problems. User-focused: passion for customer experience, attention to details. Experience with live production software teams and/or very active customers. Strong communication and presentational skills Experience leading the technical development of larger features and collaborating across organizational boundaries. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Ability to build a culture of collaboration and productivity in the team along with supportive risk taking. Ability to grow engineers of varying levels toward their career goals.
Experience with 3D rendering, asset pipelines and production processes is a plus. Video games, film production tools, rendering and visualization, desktop or web-based tools are all great backgrounds. Experience with contemporary generative AI is a big plus. Experience with large-scale simulation systems is a big plus.

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

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Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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