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Holospark

Holospark is looking for an experienced Gameplay Engineer to join and help us create and impliment ... FULL_TIME

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Gameplay Engineer

Novato, CA · On-site

$85K - $126K/yr

As a Gameplay Engineer at Cloud Chamber you will bridge the gap between technical execution and ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

Cloud Chamber

Gameplay Engineer

Novato, CA · On-site

$85K - $126K/yr

As a Gameplay Engineer at Cloud Chamber you will bridge the gap between technical execution and ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

Templar Media

Lead Gameplay Programmer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$125K - $139K/yr

As an independent developer and publisher, Templar develops the games that we want, on our own ... This position is full-time onsite/remote at our studio in Alpharetta, GA.

Intrepid Studios

Gameplay Programmer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$136K - $151K/yr

Work with game designers, artists, and other engineers to create compelling experiences * Break ... All posted positions are on-site, full-time, with generous medical benefits options, paid sick ...

Intrepid Studios

Gameplay Programmer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$136K - $151K/yr

Work with game designers, artists, and other engineers to create compelling experiences * Break ... All posted positions are on-site, full-time, with generous medical benefits options, paid sick ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 5 - Games Systems

$388K - $619K/yr

Our mission is to enhance player discovery, gameplay, and engagement across Netflix's entire game ... 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

Our mission is to enhance player discovery, gameplay, and engagement across Netflix's entire game ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

Netflix

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$388K - $619K/yr

Our mission is to enhance player discovery, gameplay, and engagement across Netflix's entire game ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

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.

Netflix

OR · On-site

$388K - $558K/yr

The Games Experiences Platform team is the core integration layer between game developers, players ... 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

The Games Experiences Platform team is the core integration layer between game developers, players ... 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

The Games Experiences Platform team is the core integration layer between game developers, players ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

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How much do fulltime gameplay engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for fulltime gameplay engineer in the United States is $145,359.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fulltime Gameplay Engineer vs Game Developer?

AspectFulltime Gameplay EngineerGame Developer
Primary FocusDesigning and implementing gameplay features and mechanicsDeveloping overall game software, including systems, tools, and gameplay
Skills & CredentialsProgramming, game design, C++/C#, experience with game enginesProgramming, software engineering, broader coding skills
Work EnvironmentGame studios, collaborative with designers and artistsGame studios, software teams, possibly broader tech sectors
Industry UsageCommonly used in game development teams focusing on gameplayUsed across various software projects, including games

While both roles involve programming and game development, a Fulltime Gameplay Engineer specializes in creating engaging gameplay features, whereas a Game Developer has a broader scope, including system development and software engineering within the gaming industry.

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Gameplay Engineer

Gameplay Engineer

Holospark

On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Holospark is growing and we are looking for talented people to join our growing team! Holospark is looking for an experienced Gameplay Engineer to join and help us create and impliment exciting and compelling gameplay for our games.

The Role

  • Own the design, development, and deployment of player facing features and technology that ship in the game.
  • Work directly with game designers, animators, and other engineers to deliver state-of-the-art gameplay features.
  • Integrate with first and third party services to give our players a seamless experience.
  • Be a champion for the user: Insist on the highest standards, and create functional and well-designed technology that delights our players.

Basic Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional game development experience on medium to large sized teams with at least 1 shipped title.
  • Advanced software engineering skills, including the ability to write expert-level, maintainable, and robust code in C++.
  • Experience in the development of various gameplay systems and technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional game development experience.
  • Experience with multiplayer game development.
  • Comprehensive engineering skills including interface design, service integration, clear maintainable coding standards, and pragmatic optimization.
  • Great communication skills and ability to work effectively on collective projects with designers, artists, testers, and other developers across multiple teams.
  • Relentless ownership and the ability to dive into ambiguous problems.

Bonus

  • Experience with Unreal and Unity game engines
  • Working knowledge of AWS, GameLift and/or GameSparks
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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