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Gameplay Developer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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

$100 - $140/hr

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 II

Irvine, CA · On-site

$78.39 - $202.90/hr

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Gameplay Programmer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$136K - $151K/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 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 ...

Gameplay Programmer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$136K - $151K/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

$116.20 - $269.10/hr

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

Senior Gameplay Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site +1

$108K - $161K/yr

WE ARE GAME MAKERS Who we are: We are a diverse team of developers driven by a passion for our art, united by our core values and inspired by a culture of inclusivity to build amazing games that ...

Senior Gameplay Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site +1

$108K - $161K/yr

WE ARE GAME MAKERS Who we are: We are a diverse team of developers driven by a passion for our art, united by our core values and inspired by a culture of inclusivity to build amazing games that ...

$140 - $190/hr

Gameplay Data Science Engineer Location: Hybrid - Vancouver or Los Angeles Reports to Technical Director Job Summary: Founded in 2010, Respawn was created with the philosophy that when talented ...

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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.

What jobs can a gameplay developer do?

A gameplay developer can work on designing, programming, and implementing game mechanics, features, and systems for video games. They often collaborate with artists, designers, and testers, and may specialize in areas such as AI, physics, or user interface development using tools like Unity or Unreal Engine.

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Infographic showing various Gameplay Developer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 26% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Gameplay Engineer

Motocol

Glendale, CA • On-site

$25/hr

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Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Motocol is recruiting for our client.


Job Description

An ideal candidate has Mobile Unity Game development, C# and a passion for games, mobile or any type. Samples or examples of work - can be from a prototype, in college, etc. Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment and be willing to learn every day. Ideal candidate is also driven to make games. This position is part technical and part designing for the user.  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 part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, artists, designers and producers on mobile game projects. Design and build fun features in a high-quality way for our mobile games, participate in weekly sprints, keeping the team updated with your progress. Work with systems and tools used in professional software development, such as source control, issue tracking and others.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 2+ years' experience developing mobile Unity games. Production-level ability in one game programming language, such as C#. Working knowledge of development tools and environments such as Unity. Passion for developing player feedback / game feel. Game design skills - especially mechanics design, prototyping concepts and systems design. Game programming skills including 2D and 3D math, physics, FX and UI systems. Strong collaboration skills. A passion for games. Preferred Qualifications: Working prototypes of concepts that showcase rapid iteration process. Experience building and publishing Unity iOS and Android apps or games. Experience C++, Objective C or JAVA, or other coding

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Hourly Bill rate :$25.00

No backround check.

Duration 10 months.