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Echtra Games

Gameplay Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Echtra Games is a small game studio in San Francisco seeking a Gameplay Engineer to help maintain Torchlight 3 and shape the future of the company. The role involves collaborating with engineers ...

Motocol

Gameplay Engineer

Glendale, CA

$25/hr

The Client is seeking a talented Gameplay Engineer (Designer Programmer) to join its team of passionate gamers. Ability to drive gameplay aspects of the game development process. Work effectively as ...

Tencent

Lead Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$168K - $347K/yr

Work with and lead a gameplay engineering team to craft development of innovative gameplay content systems and experiences * Work with design and production and engineering leadership to manage the ...

AGBO

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

They are seeking a Senior Gameplay Engineer who will collaborate with designers and the engineering team to enhance gameplay systems, ensuring a satisfying and immersive player experience.

AGBO

Principal Gameplay Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

They are seeking a Principal Gameplay Engineer to work within their Interactive team, focusing on core gameplay systems and collaborating with design and creative leadership to tackle ambitious ...

Holospark

Gameplay Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

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 ...

Holospark

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 ...

LightSpeed Studios

Lead Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$168K - $347K/yr

Work with and lead a gameplay engineering team to craft development of innovative gameplay content systems and experiences * Work with design and production and engineering leadership to manage the ...

Thatgamecompany

Gameplay Engineer

$105K - $133K/yr

Gameplay Engineer Remote US & Canada We're looking for an exceptional Gameplay Engineer to join our live team to help craft the most advanced social game on earth. Elements that can help us meet the ...

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 schedule. We are actively staffing up for both in-house game development and supporting published titles.

thatgamecompany

Gameplay Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$105K - $133K/yr

Gameplay Engineer Remote US & Canada We're looking for an exceptional Gameplay Engineer to join our live team to help craft the most advanced social game on earth. Elements that can help us meet the ...

2K

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 creative vision, ensuring that our player-centric gameplay feels as impactful as it looks. You will ...

Cloud Chamber

Gameplay Engineer

Novato, CA

$85K - $126K/yr

As a Gameplay Engineer at Cloud Chamber you will bridge the gap between technical execution and creative vision, ensuring that our player-centric gameplay feels as impactful as it looks. You will ...

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 creative vision, ensuring that our player-centric gameplay feels as impactful as it looks. You will ...

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in the United States is $135,232.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Gameplay Developer vs Game Designer?

AspectGameplay DeveloperGame Designer
Primary FocusImplementing gameplay mechanics, coding, scriptingConceptualizing game features, designing user experience
Required SkillsProgramming, scripting, technical problem-solvingCreativity, storytelling, game mechanics design
Work EnvironmentGame development teams, programming studiosDesign studios, creative teams, collaborative environments
Common ToolsUnity, Unreal Engine, C++, scripting languagesDesign software, storyboarding tools, game design documentation

While both roles are essential in game development, a Gameplay Developer focuses on coding and implementing gameplay features, whereas a Game Designer concentrates on creating game concepts and mechanics. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and collaboration within game development teams.

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Infographic showing various Gameplay Developer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,232 per year, or $65 per hour.
Senior Gameplay Engineer

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Echtra Games

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Echtra Games is a small game studio in San Francisco with a team of veteran game developers. They are searching for a Senior Gameplay Engineer to help maintain Torchlight 3 and craft the future of the studio. The role involves collaborating with engineers, designers, and artists to create engaging gameplay systems and enhance the user experience.
Responsibilities:
• Understand the game design and make it a reality.
• Collaborate with other engineers, designers, and artists to craft a great user experience.
• Decide what’s needed and take the lead on building and polishing it.
Qualifications:
Required:
• You're comfortable working in C++
• You've built multiple gameplay systems before and have shipped them to users
• You're at home working on a large game engine
Preferred:
• Experience building RPG gameplay systems
• Experience working with Unreal Engine 4
• Experience shipping on a major console like XBox or PlayStation
• A love and passion for gaming
Company:
Echtra Games is a game studio comprised of seasoned developers who helped and shaped the world of action role-playing games. It is a sub-organization of Zynga. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, USA, with a team of 11-50 employees. The company is currently Early Stage.

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