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Triiodide Studios

Gameplay Programmer (Unreal)

Boston, MA · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Comfortability in wearing "many hats" as a developer and working through a vast assortment of ... Degree in Computer Science, Game Design, Gameplay Programming or proof of exceptional skills in ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

As a Senior Gameplay Engineer, you will be responsible for creating architecture that enables compelling gameplay in a large open world, while supporting both single player and multiplayer ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$118.80K - $217.80K/yr

As a Senior Gameplay Engineer, you will be responsible for creating architecture that enables compelling gameplay in a large open world, while supporting both single player and multiplayer ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$118.80K - $217.80K/yr

As a Senior Gameplay Engineer, you will be responsible for creating architecture that enables compelling gameplay in a large open world, while supporting both single player and multiplayer ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Animation Programmer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

Developing gameplay mechanics related to locomotion and animation. * working daily in close collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues, including other engineers, designers, and animators.

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Animation Programmer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$118.80K - $217.80K/yr

Developing gameplay mechanics related to locomotion and animation. * working daily in close collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues, including other engineers, designers, and animators.

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Animation Programmer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$118.80K - $217.80K/yr

Developing gameplay mechanics related to locomotion and animation. * working daily in close collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues, including other engineers, designers, and animators.

Northeastern University

Application Developer

Boston, MA · On-site

$87.79K - $124K/yr

About the Opportunity JOB SUMMARY Aaron Seitz and Susanne Jaeggi in the Brain Game Center for Mental Fitness and Well-being seek an Applications Developer to assist in the development of modular ...

NorthEastern

Application Developer

Boston, MA

$87.79K - $124K/yr

About the Opportunity JOB SUMMARY Aaron Seitz and Susanne Jaeggi in the Brain Game Center for Mental Fitness and Well-being seek an Applications Developer to assist in the development of modular ...

Northeastern University

Application Developer

Boston, MA · On-site

$87.79K - $124K/yr

About the Opportunity JOB SUMMARY Aaron Seitz and Susanne Jaeggi in the Brain Game Center for Mental Fitness and Well-being seek an Applications Developer to assist in the development of modular ...

Generate

$133.10K - $175.50K/yr

... Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector ... We are bringing the many innovations and techniques from state-of-the-art gaming technology (like ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Gameplay Animator (Locomotion)

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$115.20K - $131.50K/yr

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator with a focus on locomotion to join our ... and Engineering. Your goal will be to ensure animation content and runtime systems deliver a ...

Roberts Recruiting

AI Developer

Boston, MA

Robotics, human-robot interaction, game development, agent AI, autonomous planning, machine learning, probabilistic reasoning, etc. * Strong programming skills, preferably with JavaScript ...

JetBrains

.NET Developer Advocate

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$144K - $255K/yr

NET Developer Advocacy team . You'll help strengthen and drive our efforts to promote JetBrains ... While game dev experience is not essential or the main focus of the role, the .NET team owns game ...

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in Massachusetts is $150,494.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $142,300.00 and $157,800.00 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 Massachusetts as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, and 5% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $150,494 per year, or $72.4 per hour.

Gameplay Programmer (Unreal)

Triiodide Studios

Boston, MA • On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

What to Expect
You will be working on Backrooms: Escape Together, a fully procedural multiplayer exploration/survival horror game built in UE5. Backrooms: Escape Together currently sits in the top 100 of Steam's best-selling games and is rapidly climbing; We need passionate developers who share our mission of delivering unforgettable multiplayer experiences.
Your role will be to program procedurally generated levels using our existing tooling in C++, along with programming engaging gameplay systems to fit in the levels. With a large community of users, you'll have opportunities to improve your work based on the feedback and data you've collected to help create measurable success. Each content release will further B.E.T. as an incomparable grand journey with friends.
About Triiodide
Triiodide's mission is to build immersive spaces for friends to spend time together.
We are a five-person studio behind Backrooms: Escape Together, a co-op survival horror game frequently in the top 100 on Steam and loved by millions.
What You'll Do
  • Develop procedurally generated levels and gameplay systems in C++
  • Own and maintain polished features that are shipped to a player base of millions
  • Work closely with other developers on projects ranging from small bug fixes to large features
  • Participate in code reviews and design discussions - Identify performance bottlenecks or structural issues and optimize code as needed
  • Assist in tracking down and patching bugs reported by users or identified through internal testing

What You'll Bring
  • 3+ years of industry experience as a game developer or relevant software developer
  • Strong C++ and Unreal Engine skills
  • Strong understanding of multiplayer networking in Unreal Engine and GAS
  • Strong Product Sense
  • Highly Adaptable and experience working in smaller teams
  • Perforce, SVN, Git LFS, or similar version control experience
  • Experience in maintaining large codebases/systems while ensuring it's scalable, robust, and efficient
  • Excellent communication skills and very detail oriented
  • Comfortability in wearing "many hats" as a developer and working through a vast assortment of challenges
  • Ability to work independently and a desire to problem solve
  • Willingness to learn, ask questions, and collaborate with a team
  • Degree in Computer Science, Game Design, Gameplay Programming or proof of exceptional skills in related fields, with practical software engineering experience

Nice to Haves
  • Previous experience in working in a startup
  • Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine 5 and its new features
  • Experience in creating procedurally generated levels
  • Low-level knowledge of Unreal Engine networking
  • A portfolio that demonstrates a keen eye for detail and the ability to create maintainable, high-quality code

Expected Compensation
$120,000 - $180,000 (including cash bonuses) + stock awards
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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