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Game Programming Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Senior Data Engineer

Lehi, UT · On-site

$99.50K - $135.20K/yr

Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a ... As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be a high-impact "Game Changer" responsible for architecting ...

Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a ... We need a Senior Financial Systems Engineer to take ownership of our financial data ecosystem. As ...

Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a ... We need a Senior Financial Systems Engineer to take ownership of our financial data ecosystem. As ...

Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a ... We need a Senior Financial Systems Engineer to take ownership of our financial data ecosystem. As ...

... programming background to complement it. You are solutions oriented, unafraid to get your hands ... Passion for gaming, video live-streaming, sports, or eSports is a plus.

Senior Shopify Developer

Lehi, UT · On-site

$51.25 - $67.50/hr

We are looking for a Senior Shopify Developer to lead the technical evolution of our high-growth ... You will be a true game-changer, responsible for a complete website revamp and building custom ...

We're game changers. And we play to win. We set the highest standards and execute beyond them. And ... Student Developer Position - Location: Sandy, Utah (Hybrid) - ***You MUST be located in Utah to ...

Senior Software Engineer

Lehi, UT

$115K - $151.60K/yr

When you are at lunch and a story starts about "that time" when "that engineer" came up with a pivotal feature, fixed an elusive bug, or hacked some game changing tech that totally changed the ...

Senior Software Engineer

Lehi, UT · On-site

$115K - $151.60K/yr

When you are at lunch and a story starts about "that time" when "that engineer" came up with a pivotal feature, fixed an elusive bug, or hacked some game changing tech that totally changed the ...

Senior Software Engineer

Lehi, UT

$115K - $151.60K/yr

When you are at lunch and a story starts about "that time" when "that engineer" came up with a pivotal feature, fixed an elusive bug, or hacked some game changing tech that totally changed the ...

Senior Shopify Developer

Lehi, UT

$51.25 - $67.50/hr

We are looking for a Senior Shopify Developer to lead the technical evolution of our high-growth ... You will be a true game-changer, responsible for a complete website revamp and building custom ...

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How much do game programming jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for game programming in Utah is $84,333.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21,800.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Game Programmer, you need strong programming skills in languages such as C++, C#, or Java, along with a solid understanding of computer science fundamentals and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, version control systems, and debugging tools is typically required. Creativity, problem-solving, and effective teamwork distinguish outstanding game programmers in collaborative development environments. These skills ensure efficient code development, innovative gameplay experiences, and seamless project execution in the dynamic gaming industry.

How do game programmers typically collaborate with designers and artists during the development process?

Game programmers work closely with designers and artists to bring the creative vision of a game to life. They translate design documents into functional gameplay systems, implement features, and ensure that artistic assets are integrated seamlessly into the game engine. Regular meetings, collaborative tools, and iterative feedback loops are common, allowing teams to quickly identify and resolve issues. Clear communication and flexibility are essential, as requirements often evolve throughout development.

What is game programming?

Game programming is the process of writing code to create video games. Game programmers use programming languages, such as C++ or C#, to develop the mechanics, graphics, physics, and interactions that make up a video game. They work closely with game designers, artists, and sound engineers to bring a game to life, ensuring it runs smoothly and meets the desired gameplay experience. Game programming also involves debugging, optimizing performance, and sometimes creating tools for other team members. It is a key part of the game development process, blending technical skill with creativity.

What is the difference between Game Programming vs Software Development?

AspectGame ProgrammingSoftware Development
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, programming skills, knowledge of game enginesBachelor's in Computer Science or related field, programming skills, software engineering knowledge
Work EnvironmentGame studios, entertainment industry, collaborative teamsTech companies, various industries, team-based or individual projects
Industry UsagePrimarily in gaming and entertainmentBroad, including finance, healthcare, enterprise apps
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Game programming focuses on creating interactive entertainment using specialized game engines and graphics techniques, while software development encompasses a wide range of applications across industries. Both roles require strong programming skills and similar educational backgrounds, but game programming is more specialized towards gaming platforms and real-time graphics.

What are the most commonly searched types of Game Programming jobs in Utah? The most popular types of Game Programming jobs in Utah are:
Senior Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer

Pattern

Lehi, UT • On-site

$99.50K - $135.20K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a whole lot of hustle and a touch of nerd, come work with Pattern! We want you to use your skills to push one of the fastest-growing companies headquartered in the US to the top of the list. 
 
Pattern accelerates brands on global ecommerce marketplaces leveraging proprietary technology and AI. Utilizing more than 66 trillion data points, sophisticated machine learning and AI models, Pattern optimizes and automates all levers of ecommerce growth for global brands, including advertising, content management, logistics and fulfillment, pricing, forecasting and customer service. Hundreds of global brands depend on Pattern’s ecommerce acceleration platform every day to drive profitable revenue growth across 60+ global marketplaces—including Amazon, Walmart.com, Target.com, eBay, Tmall, TikTok Shop, JD, and Mercado Libre. To learn more, visit pattern.com or email press@pattern.com.
 
Pattern has been named one of the fastest growing tech companies headquartered in North America by Deloitte and one of best-led companies by Inc. We place employee experience at the center of our business model and have been recognized as one of Newsweek’s Global Most Loved Workplaces®.

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be a high-impact "Game Changer" responsible for architecting and building the very foundation of Pattern's data-driven future. You will tackle massive, petabyte-scale challenges, transforming raw data into high-octane fuel for our AI models and global marketplace strategies. This is your chance to lead high-stakes technical initiatives that directly accelerate growth for hundreds of global brands in a fast-paced, elite engineering environment.
What is a day in the life of a Senior Data Engineer?
  • Designing and implementing robust ETL/ELT pipelines using Airflow, DBT, and cloud-native architectures.

  • Writing sophisticated, production-grade Python code to automate data orchestration and processing.

  • Building/optimizing complex SQL queries and dimensional models for OLAP and OLTP based systems

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ingest and harmonize data from dozens of global marketplaces.

  • Building and maintaining infrastructure-as-code and containerized workflows to ensure platform reliability.

  • Leveraging AI thoughtfully to optimize processes and workflows

What will I need to thrive in this role?
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).

  • 7+ years of professional data engineering experience with a heavy focus on ETL/ELT and data modeling.

  • 5+ years of expert-level SQL mastery, including window functions, CTEs, and deep performance tuning.

  • 4+ years of professional Python development specifically tailored for data pipelines and tooling.

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience building/optimizing large-scale data warehouses like Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift.

  • Proficiency with open-source frameworks such as Apache Spark, Trino, Kafka, and Debezium.

  • A "Data Fanatic" mindset with experience handling petabyte-scale diverse datasets.

What does high performance look like?
  • Successfully executing the migration or optimization of massive data streams with zero downtime.

  • Consistently delivering clean, well-documented, and high-quality code that sets the standard for the engineering team.

  • Acting as a 'Doer' by taking the initiative to resolve platform bottlenecks before they impact partners.

  • Elevating the technical bar of the team through mentorship and the introduction of innovative engineering practices.

What is my potential for career growth?
  • Opportunity to lead major architectural shifts within a rapidly expanding global tech company.

  • Regular networking and collaboration with high-level technical leadership and AI experts.

  • Upward mobility toward Staff Data Engineer or specialized technical leadership roles.

  • Continuous learning opportunities with cutting-edge technologies like Apache Iceberg and real-time streaming architectures.

What does success look like in the first 30, 60, 90 days?
  • 30 Days: Complete onboarding, gain a deep understanding of current data architectures, and begin contributing to existing projects.

  • 60 Days: Identify and implement at least one major performance optimization within the data environment and lead a small-scale pipeline project.

  • 90 Days: Take responsibility for a significant segment of data processes, collaborating with other engineers and contributing to the long-term roadmap for lakehouse integration.

What is the team like?
  • This role reports directly to the Director of Data Engineering.

  • You will be joining a growing team of data professionals that span multiple geographies.

  • In this role, you will collaborate closely with Data Scientists, Software Engineers, AI Engineers, and Product Managers as well as other departments including Marketing and Sales.

Sounds great! What’s the company culture? We are looking for individuals who are:
  • Game Changers- A game changer is someone who looks at problems with an open mind and shares new ideas with team members, regularly reassesses existing plans and attaches a realistic timeline to goals, makes profitable, productive, and innovative contributions, and actively pursues improvements to Pattern’s processes and outcomes.

  • Data Fanatics- A data fanatic is someone who recognizes problems and seeks to understand them through data, draws unbiased conclusions based on data that lead to actionable solutions, and continues to track the effects of the solutions using data.

  • Partner Obsessed- An individual who is partner obsessed clearly explains the status of projects to partners and relies on constructive feedback, actively listens to partner’s expectations, and delivers results that exceed them, prioritizes the needs of your partners, and takes the time to create a personable experience for those interacting with Pattern.

  • Team of Doers- Someone who is a part of a team of doers uplifts team members and recognizes their specific contributions, takes initiative to help in any circumstance, actively contributes to supporting improvements, and holds themselves accountable to the team as well as to partners.

What is the hiring process?
  • Phone Interview with Talent Acquisition

  • Video Interview

  • Onsite Interview

  • Executive Review

  • Offer

How can I stand out as an applicant?
  • Strong Nice-to-Haves: Expertise in AWS services (Terraform, EKS, Lambda), experience with Apache Iceberg or Delta Lake, and a background in real-time streaming (Kafka/Kinesis).

  • Interview Tips: Be prepared to discuss your experience managing large-scale data outages or complex optimizations; highlight any 'Partner Obsessed' moments where your data work solved a critical business problem; and demonstrate your 'Data Fanatic' nature through a deep dive into a past side project or complex pipeline you built.

Why should I work at Pattern?
 
Pattern offers big opportunities to make a difference in the ecommerce industry! We are a company full of talented people that evolves quickly and often. We set big goals, work tirelessly to achieve them, and we love our Pattern community. We also believe in having fun and balancing our lives, so we offer awesome benefits that include:
 
- Unlimited PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Onsite Fitness Center
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Casual Dress Code
- Competitive Pay
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- 401(k) match. Pattern matches 100% of the first 3% in eligible compensation deferred and 50% of the next 2% in eligible compensation deferred. 
 
Pattern provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.