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Gameplay Developer Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

T hera Bytes GmbH

$80 - $100/hr

... gameplay. We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who is motivated to contribute to the success of our game development. Join the Core Squad We ...

T hera Bytes GmbH

$80 - $100/hr

We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who is motivated to contribute to the success of our game development. Join the Core Squad We will ...

Hologate GmbH

$80 - $100/hr

Über den Job Wir suchen eine:n erfahrene:n Senior DevOps Engineer - Gaming / VR zur Verstärkung unseres Programmierer-Teams, der/die die Entwicklung immersiver VR-Trainingslösungen unterstützt.

Hologate GmbH

$100 - $125/hr

Über den Job Wir suchen eine:n erfahrene:n Lead DevOps Engineer - Gaming / VR (w/d/m), der/die unsere DevOps-Strategie maßgeblich mitgestaltet und die technologische Grundlage für die Entwicklung ...

Vistacosmos

$80 - $100/hr

With your expertise you will create an awesome gaming experience for our players. Are you a master at finding creative solutions to complex challenges while keeping a clear head & providing good ...

SCIENTIFIC GAMES

Senior Network Engineer

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. The Senior Network Engineer will operate internal data ...

Scientific Games

Systems Engineer

Grove City, OH · On-site

Scientific Games: Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and ... The Operations Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, performance, and ...

Scientific Games

Systems Engineer

Grove City, OH

Scientific Games: Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and ... The Operations Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, performance, and ...

Scientific Games

Systems Engineer

Grove City, OH

Scientific Games: Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and ... The Operations Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, performance, and ...

Scientific Games

Systems Engineer

Glenwillow, OH · On-site

Scientific Games: Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and ... The Operations Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, performance, and ...

Scientific Games

Systems Engineer

Grove City, OH · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Scientific Games:Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and ... The Operations Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, performance, and ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Columbus, OH · 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.

Scientific Games

Senior Network Engineer

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$113K/yr

Scientific Games: Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and ... Position Summary Network Engineer: Operates company's internal data communications systems. Plans ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Akron, OH · 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.

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Video Game Design Tutor

Cincinnati, OH · 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.

Scientific Games

Systems Engineer

Solon, OH

Scientific Games: Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and ... The Operations Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, performance, and ...

Scientific Games

Systems Engineer

Glenwillow, OH

Scientific Games: Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and ... The Operations Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, performance, and ...

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in Ohio is $127,643.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,700.00 and $133,800.00 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.

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 Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,643 per year, or $61.4 per hour.

Unreal Game Developer Internship

T hera Bytes GmbH

On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

With a small and dedicated team, we are currently working on a first-person tactical co-op shooter using Unreal Engine 5. The game features a realistic, military-focused setting with a strong emphasis on simulation and tactical gameplay.

We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who is motivated to contribute to the success of our game development.

Join the Core Squad

We will provide working task guidance with daily meetings, making sure you can onboard easily in a distributed team environment

Work on a tactical FPS using Unreal 5 accompanied by dedicated teammates embracing the genre

You have a registered residence in Germany and the internship is a mandatory part of your studies

Shape the Battlefield

Help develop a four player co-op multiplayer tactical shooter with focus on PvE

Work with unreal engine 5 and blueprints

Integrate UI and SFX

Work with animation blueprints

Test the game help re-producing bugs

You like FPS and even more love to build them

First experience using Unreal Engine and Blueprints

A portfolio of your private/ hobby/ study projects that shows your skills and versatility
(no portfolio = no review)

Self-organized and active, with a willingness to learn new tech or methods

Good understanding of vector- and quaternion mathematics

A strong feel for what players connects with

German native speaker

Located in Bavaria, Germany

Worked on shooter games / mods before

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