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Gameplay Developer Jobs in Maryland (NOW HIRING)

Senior Android Developer

Queen Anne, MD

$56.25 - $71.25/hr

... Buy Games app. Responsibilities/Deliverables that the resource will be responsible for: We ... What we need: - Passionate Android engineer who is comfortable designing, building, testing ...

$145 - $266.17/hr

Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being ...

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Guides students through designing game mechanics documents, building levels in game engines, programming player interactions, creating or integrating art assets, and conducting playtesting sessions.

Video Game Design Tutor

Bowie, MD · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Guides students through designing game mechanics documents, building levels in game engines, programming player interactions, creating or integrating art assets, and conducting playtesting sessions.

Guides students through designing game mechanics documents, building levels in game engines, programming player interactions, creating or integrating art assets, and conducting playtesting sessions.

Guides students through designing game mechanics documents, building levels in game engines, programming player interactions, creating or integrating art assets, and conducting playtesting sessions.

Video Game Design Tutor

Laurel, MD · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Guides students through designing game mechanics documents, building levels in game engines, programming player interactions, creating or integrating art assets, and conducting playtesting sessions.

... games * Are comfortable with occasional x86/x64/ARM reverse engineering * Have experience ... performing vulnerability analysis * DoD IAT level II certification (CCNA Security, Security+, GICSP ...

... games * Are comfortable with occasional x86/x64/ARM reverse engineering * Have experience ... performing vulnerability analysis * DoD IAT level II certification (CCNA Security, Security+, GICSP ...

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in Maryland is $132,445.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,300.00 and $138,800.00 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 Maryland as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,445 per year, or $63.7 per hour.

Cyber (CNO) Software Developer

Percival Engineering

Columbia, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

Ready to dive into and learn the latest cyber strategies and techniques? Are you all about tackling the toughest puzzles? Ready to bring your A-game? Well, buckle up and join us at Percival where we're all about putting people first and having a blast while we're at it. Based in Columbia, Maryland, our squad is on a big mission: developing top-notch talent and technical solutions to safeguard our nation's most critical assets. From digging deep into vulnerabilities and cracking codes to developing cutting-edge software, our team does it all. If you are a Cyber (CNO) Software Developer with a passion for innovation and a knack for thinking outside the box, we want you on our team. Let's tackle those cyber threats together and have a blast while we're at it!

Job Type:

  • All Levels, Full Time
  • Non-Remote Columbia, MD

Clearance & Citizenship Requirements:

  • TS/SCI with polygraph is required
  • Due to these clearance requirements, US citizenship is also required

Responsibilities Include:

  • Provide software development in support of custom software design and development of cyber capability tools and techniques
  • Draft documentation, participate in design, code, and software rediness reviews
  • Write portable code that is compatible with multiple operating systems and architectures (Windows and/or Unix). Should be comfortable writing single and/or multi-threaded applications and inter process communication interfaces.
  • Create new novel solutions and/or integrate new features and maintain existing software solutions supporting computer network operations. Responsible for the entire lifecycle of solutions including design, development, testing, and customer support.
  • Work independently and with small teams, track and report status directly to customer.
  • Write or learn a high-level programming language like Python or Ruby.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Deep knowledge of operating system internals and development environments
  • C/C++ programming and Python development skills
  • Experience with IPv4 Protocol and Networking
  • BS degree in Computer Science or related field or 4 years of technical work experience
  • Minimum one (1) year experience programming in Assembly, C, C#, C++

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

  • Preferred skills include experience in static and dynamic reverse engineering, vulnerability research, binary analysis of executables, exposure to kernel programming, exposure with assembly languages, and/or ability to analyze and signature network protocols

Application Process:

  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin