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Echtra Games

Gameplay Engineer

San Francisco, CA

Gameplay Engineer Do you love programming? Does talking about game designs excite you? Do you enjoy making something engaging and magical happen on the screen? We're searching for a Gameplay Engineer ...

Epic Games

Gameplay Programmer

Cary, NC · On-site

$119K - $132K/yr

ENGINEERING - GAMES What We Do Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly growing team of engineering experts. We're always improving on the tools and ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

LightSpeed Studios

Lead Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$147K - $343K/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 ...

Tencent

Lead Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$147K - $343K/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 ...

ZeniMax Media

Multiplayer Gameplay Programmer

Rockville, MD · On-site

$80K - $175K/yr

Work closely with designers, artists, and other programmers to iterate on gameplay features and ensure a great player experience * Develop and own full aspects of the game experience * Collaborate ...

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 ...

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.

Naughty Dog

Gameplay Programmer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$144K - $160K/yr

As a Gameplay Programmer, you will collaborate closely across disciplines such as Design and Animation to create and iterate on various new and existing systems based on the needs of the project with ...

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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 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 Jun 18, 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 June 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,232 per year, or $65 per hour.
Gameplay Engineer

Gameplay Engineer

Echtra Games

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Gameplay Engineer

Do you love programming? Does talking about game designs excite you? Do you enjoy making something engaging and magical happen on the screen?

We're searching for a Gameplay Engineer to help us maintain Torchlight 3 and craft the future of Echtra. We're a small game studio in San Francisco with a team of veteran game developers. At Echtra, we value diversity and support work-life balance. We have great benefits, an open vacation policy, and flexible schedules.

As a Gameplay Engineer, you'll be expected to add features to existing gameplay systems. Each day, you will collaborate with other engineers, designers, and artists to add those special touches that make the game great.

Requirements:
  1. You are familiar with C++ and have written some projects with it.
  2. You have helped build some small game or game-like projects - in school or for fun.
Pluses:
  1. Experience working with Unreal Engine 4.
  2. Experience shipping software to the public.
  3. A love and passion for gaming.
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