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thatgamecompany

Senior Engine Programmer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$164K - $222K/yr

Experience developing a game engine (at work, school, or as a personal project) * 5+ years of technical engineering experience with C or C++ * Find the idea of working in a custom game engine more ...

Thatgamecompany

Senior Engine Programmer

$164K - $222K/yr

Experience developing a game engine (at work, school, or as a personal project) * 5+ years of technical engineering experience with C or C++ * Find the idea of working in a custom game engine more ...

Roblox

Quality Engineer, Game Engine

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$132K - $157K/yr

Game Engines: Experience with game engines such as Unity, Unreal or Roblox Studio is required. * Team Coordination: Proven experience working with offshore QA teams, enhancing collaboration and ...

Akima, LLC

Part Time Unity Game Designer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$152K/yr

Daily work will require experience in the Unity game engine and the ability to learn custom frameworks, toolsets, and workflows. This role is primarily geared towards college students looking to get ...

Akima, LLC

Part Time Unreal Game Designer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$152K/yr

Daily work will require experience in the Unreal game engine and the ability to learn custom frameworks, toolsets, and workflows. This role is primarily geared towards college students looking to get ...

Onebrief, Inc

Game Play Engineer, Battle Road

$150K - $185K/yr

... game engine that's making the world playable. About the Role We are looking for a Game Play Engineer who loves solving cutting-edge technical challenges to deliver great player experiences. As a ...

Spinplay Games

Game Developer

Las Vegas, NV

Description The Game Developer is responsible for creating slot game front-end client software using our internal game engine. The Game Developer will act in both a project owner and project support ...

Proxima

Senior Game Designer

San Francisco, CA · Remote

You are comfortable building directly in-engine (Unity). You have a strong working knowledge of game engine systems. You can partner with engineers to build custom tools that accelerate your workflow ...

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How much do game engine jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for game engine in the United States is $15.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game engine?

A game engine is a software framework designed to provide the core functionalities needed to develop video games. It typically includes tools and libraries for rendering graphics, simulating physics, handling audio, managing assets, and supporting scripting. By using a game engine, developers can focus on designing gameplay and content rather than building these systems from scratch. Popular examples include Unity, Unreal Engine, and Godot. Game engines are essential for streamlining the game development process and enabling cross-platform compatibility.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working on game engines, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working on game engines often encounter challenges such as balancing performance optimization with feature complexity, ensuring cross-platform compatibility, and maintaining clear documentation for large codebases. Addressing these challenges typically involves close collaboration with other developers, adopting modular design principles, and conducting regular code reviews. Additionally, staying updated with advances in graphics hardware and development tools is crucial for delivering a high-quality, efficient game engine.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Game Engine Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Game Engine Developer, you need strong programming skills in languages like C++ or C#, a solid understanding of computer graphics, and a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard game engines (such as Unity or Unreal Engine), debugging tools, and version control systems is typically required. Creativity, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills for designing innovative features and collaborating with artists and designers. These competencies are crucial for building robust, high-performance engines that power engaging and visually impressive games.

What is the difference between Game Engine vs Game Developer?

AspectGame EngineGame Developer
Primary RoleSoftware framework used to build gamesProfessional who designs, develops, and codes games
Required SkillsProgramming, software architecture, tools integrationProgramming, creative design, problem-solving
Work EnvironmentTools and software development environmentGame studios, independent projects, freelance
CertificationsNone typically required, but programming certifications helpComputer science, software engineering degrees often preferred

While a game engine is a software platform that provides the tools to create games, a game developer is a professional who uses these tools to design and build games. The game engine is the foundation, whereas the game developer is the creator leveraging that foundation to produce interactive entertainment.

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Infographic showing various Game Engine job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,769 per year, or $15.3 per hour.
Senior Engine Programmer

Senior Engine Programmer

thatgamecompany

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

$164K - $222K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Senior Engine Programmer

Remote US & Canada only
We’re looking for an exceptional Senior Engine Programmer to join our live team to help craft the most advanced social game on earth.
As an Engine Programmer at thatgamecompany, you will be a highly valued member of a world-class Engine and Game Development team for an unannounced game. For the right candidate, there are ample opportunities for fun engineering challenges: Performance (CPU and GPU), Cross-platform support, Netcode, Multithreading, Audio, and Rendering, just to name a few. You will be surrounded by knowledgeable peers who will be there to coach and mentor, as you grow into a highly impactful member of the team.

Must haves:

  • Experience developing a game engine (at work, school, or as a personal project)

  • 5+ years of technical engineering experience with C or C++

  • Find the idea of working in a custom game engine more fun than working in a Big Engine™

  • Built custom engines or have worked with custom engines and ported them to multiple platforms

  • Demonstrated ability to execute longer-term projects in complicated code bases with multiple stakeholders.

Nice to haves:

  • 5 to 10+ years experience in game development or similar 3D media using C++

  • Have a pet engine project or game (ideally with public code that we can view)

  • Clear communication skills, ability to work closely with other high-caliber engineers and artists.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and update core systems of the TGC game engine

  • Collaborate closely with various disciplines, including artists, designers, and other engineers, to gather requirements, deliver and iterate on features

  • Help monitor, identify and troubleshoot issues and inefficiencies to increase the overall effectiveness of the development team.

Perks:

• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Two Weeks Winter Break
• Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company. Moreover, these benefits start on the first day of the job—there’s no waiting period before they kick in.
• Pet Insurance for those who need it too.
• Compassionate leave for employees who needs to take care of their family members
• Pre-tax wellness stipend
• Pre-tax work from home stipend
• Access our savings plan (401K program) with company match
• Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discount portal for everyday goods and services
• Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together
• Support for personal professional development


Please note: Include your portfolio link, if any. If not, please state what features you've worked on in that particular project. We also require you to take a test. Thank you!

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The salary range for this position is $164,500 USD to $222,500 USD annually, with the
opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company’s compensation practices.
Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the Company’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.

Our base pay is benchmarked against regional market and industry data and is adjusted to reflect the cost of living in your specific geographic area.

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