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Gameplay Developer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

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 ...

Lead Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$147.80K - $343.60K/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 ...

Lead Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$147.80K - $343.60K/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 ...

Gameplay Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$125K - $142K/yr

About Nexon Nexon America is a branch of Nexon Co., Ltd., a global video game publisher and leading developer of online virtual worlds for PCs, consoles, and mobile devices. Nexon proudly offers ...

Gameplay Programmer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$136.80K - $151.60K/yr

Company Description Founded in 2015, Intrepid Studios is the independent developer and publisher of the upcoming and Most Anticipated MMORPG, Ashes of Creation and the last-man-standing action game ...

Gameplay Programmer

San Diego, CA

$136.80K - $151.60K/yr

Company Description Founded in 2015, Intrepid Studios is the independent developer and publisher of the upcoming and Most Anticipated MMORPG, Ashes of Creation and the last-man-standing action game ...

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$116.20K - $269.10K/yr

What the Role Entails LightSpeed LA is seeking for a talented and enthusiastic Senior Gameplay Engineer to join our new studio in sunny Irvine California. The ideal candidate will have a strong ...

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$116.20K - $269.10K/yr

What the Role Entails LightSpeed LA is seeking for a talented and enthusiastic Senior Gameplay Engineer to join our new studio in sunny Irvine California. The ideal candidate will have a strong ...

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$116.20K - $269.10K/yr

What the Role Entails LightSpeed LA is seeking for a talented and enthusiastic senior gameplay engineer to join our new studio in sunny Irvine California. The ideal candidate will have a strong ...

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$116.20K - $269.10K/yr

What the Role Entails LightSpeed LA is seeking for a talented and enthusiastic senior gameplay engineer to join our new studio in sunny Irvine California. The ideal candidate will have a strong ...

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Gameplay Developer information

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 California as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, and 5% Hybrid job distribution.
Gameplay Engineer

Gameplay Engineer

Echtra Games

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Job Summary:
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, designers, and artists to enhance gameplay systems and create engaging experiences.
Responsibilities:
• add features to existing gameplay systems
• collaborate with other engineers, designers, and artists to add special touches that make the game great
Qualifications:
Required:
• You are familiar with C++ and have written some projects with it
• You have helped build some small game or game-like projects - in school or for fun
Preferred:
• Experience working with Unreal Engine 4
• Experience shipping software to the public
• 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.