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Spellbrush

Game Programmer (Unity)

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Part of working with our team may involve looking at our latest research results, and figuring out how to best apply it into the game. You will be at the literal cutting edge of what is possible with ...

Spellbrush

Game Programmer (Unity)

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Part of working with our team may involve looking at our latest research results, and figuring out how to best apply it into the game. You will be at the literal cutting edge of what is possible with ...

Exploding Kittens

Contract Game Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$30 - $38/hr

Pitch original game ideas, researching and developing concepts on your own and with other designers > * Provide feedback for and develop pitches from external inventors > * Facilitate or participate ...

Exploding Kittens

Contract Game Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$30 - $38/hr

Pitch original game ideas, researching and developing concepts on your own and with other designers * Provide feedback for and develop pitches from external inventors * Facilitate or participate in ...

Exploding Kittens

Contract Game Designer

Los Angeles, CA

$167K/yr

Pitch original game ideas, researching and developing concepts on your own and with other designers * Provide feedback for and develop pitches from external inventors * Facilitate or participate in ...

MobilityWare

Game Designer

Lehi, UT · On-site

$145K/yr

Experience creating wireframes, mock-ups, technical flows, and research materials to support early ... Annual Game Jam to show off your creative chops!

MobilityWare

Game Designer

Lehi, UT · On-site

$145K/yr

Experience creating wireframes, mock-ups, technical flows, and research materials to support early ... Annual Game Jam to show off your creative chops!

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How much do game research jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for game research in the United States is $41.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $56.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Game Research job?

A Game Research job involves studying player behavior, market trends, and game design principles to improve game development and user experience. Researchers analyze data from playtesting, surveys, and industry reports to provide insights that help developers make informed decisions. This role often combines psychology, data analysis, and game design expertise. Game researchers may work for game studios, academic institutions, or consulting firms to enhance gameplay, engagement, and monetization strategies.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Game Research professional on a development team?

Game Research professionals typically conduct user testing, analyze player data, and gather feedback to inform game design and mechanics. They work closely with designers, artists, and developers to translate player insights into practical improvements for gameplay and user experience. Day-to-day tasks may include planning and running playtests, designing surveys, analyzing player behavior metrics, and presenting findings to stakeholders. This role is collaborative and research-driven, making it ideal for those who enjoy blending creativity with data analysis to shape successful games.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Game Research position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Game Research, you need a strong background in game design theory, user experience (UX) research, data analysis, and a related degree like psychology, human-computer interaction, or computer science. Familiarity with analytics platforms, usability testing software, and experience using programming or statistical tools such as R or Python is often required. Standout game researchers demonstrate curiosity, critical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively with developers and designers. These capabilities are crucial for generating actionable insights that inform game development and enhance player engagement.

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Infographic showing various Game Research job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 74% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,265 per year, or $41.5 per hour.
Game Programmer (Unity)

Game Programmer (Unity)

Spellbrush

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

The Unity Engineer Role:

We are looking for an experienced game engineer with strong C# and Unity skills. You will be working closely with a small, multidisciplinary team to build out our upcoming anime mobile tactics game.

Our game programmers are mostly generalists, so you can work on lots of different areas of the game. It’s important that you take pride in your work and know what it means to take responsibility and deliver quality and fun to players. You are comfortable taking a feature from a vague idea on a post-it to a fully working and polished implementation.

You may be a good fit if:You love Strategy RPGs

Our team draws tons of inspiration from titles like Fire Emblem, Final Fantasy Tactics, and X-Com. Our next title aims to bring the best of this genre onto the mobile screen.

And you also love the anime aesthetic

We're also huge anime fans if you haven't noticed.

You deeply understand Unity

We're looking for someone with 5+ years of programming experience and a high level of familiarity with Unity. A good candidate must have shipped at least one game with Unity (personal projects are great!) and have built up a sixth sense for what is the "happy path" in modern Unity development.

You're comfortable working on small, fast-paced teams

Working here will feel very much like a small indie studio: close-knit, with high ownership and flexibility.

You're excited about the potential of Generative AI

You'll also be working closely along some of the best AI researchers in the world. Part of working with our team may involve looking at our latest research results, and figuring out how to best apply it into the game. You will be at the literal cutting edge of what is possible with machine learning, art, and games.