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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time minecraft server in the United States is $15.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.34 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Minecraft Server vs Full Time Minecraft Moderator?

AspectFull Time Minecraft ServerFull Time Minecraft Moderator
CredentialsBasic technical knowledge, server management skillsModeration skills, community management experience
Work EnvironmentServer hosting environment, online platformCommunity forums, in-game chat moderation
Employer & Industry UsageGame servers, hosting companiesGaming communities, server administrators
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding server management rolesRole of moderation in gaming communities

While a Full Time Minecraft Server involves managing and maintaining the game server, a Full Time Minecraft Moderator focuses on community moderation and ensuring a positive player experience. Both roles are essential in the Minecraft ecosystem but differ in responsibilities and skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Minecraft Server job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,808 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Remote -C++ AND Java Developer- fulltime

Bellevue, WA • Remote

Ztek Consulting INC
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$100K - $104K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
Java XML Technologies (XML, XSL, FO, JAXP, JAXB); C++
 
Roles & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities 
Java Edition Development Design and implement custom high-performance plugins using Spigot, Paper, and Purpur APIs. Architect complex network features utilizing packet manipulation libraries like ProtocolLib. 
Optimize server performance, memory usage, and garbage collection for high-player-count environments. 
Bedrock Edition Development Develop custom add-ons, behavior packs, and resource packs using the Minecraft Bedrock Scripting API. 
Utilize the C++ Bedrock Dedicated Server (BDS) API or proxy solutions like Geyser/Floodgate. 
Ensure seamless cross-play integration and UI/UX consistency across console, mobile, and PC clients. 
Architecture & Operations Build and maintain robust data pipelines using MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Redis for player data. Deploy and monitor server infrastructure using Docker, Pterodactyl, or cloud hosting (AWS/GCP). Mentor junior developers and establish strict code-review standards via Git/GitHub
 
Generic Managerial Skills, If any
Experience: 5+ years of active, professional, or high-level production experience in following Technologies
Java Mastery: Deep understanding of Java, OOP principles, concurrency, and async programming. 
C++ / JavaScript Knowledge: Strong proficiency in C++ (for Bedrock internals) and JavaScript/TypeScript (for Bedrock Scripting API). 
NMS & Packets: Extensive experience with Net.Minecraft.Server (NMS) obfuscation and packet-level development. 
CI/CD Pipelines: Experience setting up automated builds using Gradle or Maven. 
Portfolio: A public GitHub repository, a live published server network, or marketplace items demonstrating your work. Game development