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Stardock Corporation

Senior Game Developer

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office and relocation assistance ... in game or simulation development. * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering ...

DSN

Sr. Game Developer - casino games

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time (W2) My client is seeking a production-proven Game Developer to build high-performance, real-money gaming experiences at scale.

Villanova University

Graduate Assistant

Villanova, PA · On-site

$18/hr

... 365 programming evaluation using WISHES (Well-Being Improvement Survey for Health Education ... Applicants must be accepted or enrolled in a Villanova University full-time graduate program.

Netflix

Software Engineer 5 - Games Systems

$388K - $619K/yr

Architect and evolve core services that form the table stakes of the Netflix Game Developer ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 5 - Games Systems

$388K - $619K/yr

Architect and evolve core services that form the table stakes of the Netflix Game Developer ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 5 - Games SDK

$388K - $558K/yr

Engage with game development partners to understand developer pain points and troubleshoot issues ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

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How much do full time graduate game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time graduate game developer in the United States is $108,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Graduate Game Developer vs Junior Game Developer?

AspectFull Time Graduate Game DeveloperJunior Game Developer
Required CredentialsDegree in Game Design, Computer Science, or related fieldLikely similar, may accept some coursework or internship experience
Work EnvironmentEntry-level position in a game development team, often in studios or tech companiesSimilar, often in the same environments as graduate developers
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used for recent graduates starting their careers in gamingUsed for early-career roles, often overlapping with graduate positions

The main difference is that a Full Time Graduate Game Developer typically refers to a recent graduate starting their career, often with a formal degree, while a Junior Game Developer may have some work experience or internships but is still considered entry-level. Both roles are similar in credentials and work environment, but the graduate role emphasizes recent education completion.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Graduate Game Developer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 57% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,471 per year, or $52.1 per hour.
Senior Game Developer

Senior Game Developer

Stardock Corporation

Plymouth, MI • On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Are you an avid gamer interested in creating awesome games? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Senior Game Developer. The ideal candidate is well versed in C++, has shipped titles in the past and loves strategy games. This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office and relocation assistance will be provided.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
  • Implement low level systems such as windowing, controllers, rendering, audio, and networking.
  • Architect, build and maintain core systems in modern C++ on multicore CPUs.
  • Write technical documents describing core systems.
  • Mentor and collaborate with other developers in a team environment.
  • Work closely with Design, Production, and Art to develop requirements and implementation plans.
  • Manage timelines and milestones to meet stakeholder expectations.
  • Work closely with Production and QA to address bugs.

Education and/or Experience Desired:
  • 7+ years of experience in game or simulation development.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or relevant field.
  • Strong C++ background.
  • Passion for games and game design.
  • Self-motivated and loves solving problems.
  • Experience with modern graphics APIs (DirectX, OpenGL, Vulkan, Metal).
  • Expertise in several of the following: Optimization, networking, UI/UX, AI, generative AI, physics, data management, graphics, gameplay, audio, HLSL/GLSL shaders, pipelines, terrain.
  • Able to learn new technology quickly and execute on a schedule in a fast-paced cross-discipline team environment.
  • Experienced with version control software (e.g. Perforce, SVN, etc.).

The salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on your qualifications, experience, and expertise. Stardock is committed to offering a competitive compensation package tailored to the right candidate.

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