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Velan Studios

Gameplay Programmer

Toronto, ON · On-site

Mid-Senior Gameplay Programmer Location: on-site/hybrid From dodgeball in the streets to racetracks in your living room, we've always been more interested in asking "what if?" than following a ...

Velan Studios

Gameplay Programmer

Toronto, ON · On-site

Mid-Senior Gameplay Programmer Location: on-site/hybrid From dodgeball in the streets to racetracks in your living room, we've always been more interested in asking "what if?" than following a ...

YO AI Labs

Game Developer - Remote

Toronto, ON · Remote

Game Developer Job Type: Contract Location: Remote Job Summary: Our customer's team is seeking a ... This role goes beyond gameplay--you'll work on graphics systems, rendering pipelines, and low-level ...

Velan Studios

Gameplay Animator (Senior+)

Toronto, ON

CA$110K - CA$150K/yr

You will be actively collaborating with artists, engineers and designers to develop amazing gameplay feel. And your passion for bringing characters to life should only be matched by your love of ...

Velan Studios

Gameplay Animator (Senior+)

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$110K - CA$150K/yr

You will be actively collaborating with artists, engineers and designers to develop amazing gameplay feel. And your passion for bringing characters to life should only be matched by your love of ...

Tripledot Studios

Mobile Game Illustrator

Toronto, ON · On-site

Clipwire Games is one of Canada's top grossing mobile game developers, and the creator of Monopoly: Bingo!, TPIR: Bingo! and Bingo Story. Founded in Toronto over 10 years ago, we've had tremendous ...

Tripledot Studios

Lead Game Designer

Toronto, ON · On-site

Clipwire Games is one of Canada's top grossing mobile game developers, and the creator of Monopoly: Bingo!, TPIR: Bingo! and Bingo Story. Founded in Toronto over 10 years ago, we've had tremendous ...

Jam City

Game Director

Toronto, ON · On-site

As a leading mobile games developer, Jam City is looking to "level up" our talent for our talent team in Toronto. We're on the hunt for innovators who consider themselves dynamic, collaborative and ...

Parallelz

Growth & Partnerships Manager

Toronto, ON · On-site

Run discovery, qualification, and partnership conversations with mobile game developers and publishers, managing the full pre-deal lifecycle from first touch through signed partner and onboarding ...

Parallelz

Growth & Partnerships Manager

Toronto, ON · On-site

Run discovery, qualification, and partnership conversations with mobile game developers and publishers, managing the full pre-deal lifecycle from first touch through signed partner and onboarding ...

Big Viking Games

Technical Director, Live Games

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$180K - CA$220K/yr

Head of Engineering Compensation range: CAD $180,000 to $220,000 About Big Viking Games Big Viking Games is a Canadian gaming company focused on building, operating, and growing long-standing online ...

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in Ontario is $111,724.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $141,000.00 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 Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,724 per year, or $53.7 per hour.

Gameplay Programmer

Toronto, ON • On-site

Velan Studios
PC Games • 11 - 50 employees
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Job description

Level: Mid-Senior Gameplay Programmer 
Location: on-site/hybrid 

From dodgeball in the streets to racetracks in your living room, we've always been more interested in asking "what if?" than following a roadmap. Whether we're dreaming up a chaotic game of hide & seek in the dark or putting a legendary space fox back in the pilot's seat, that inventor's mindset runs through everything we do. We make games for people who appreciate craft and a little bit of magic. If you're curious, you'll be in good company.

Velan Studios is looking for experienced gameplay programmers. This is a highly collaborative role, working closely with artists, designers, and other programmers. We have three requirements: 

  1. At least five years of professional experience creating game mechanics and related systems. Experience working on networked multiplayer games is a plus. 
  2. Most of our games are implemented in a mix of C/C++ and a proprietary scripting language. You should be comfortable in C/C++. 
  3. Our curiosity drives us. You must be deeply curious about something and have some evidence of that curiosity. We are looking for candidates that demonstrate a pattern of persistent and self-motivated exploration. 

Some things you might find yourself doing in this role: 

  • Brainstorming new game mechanics with the team. 
  • Jumping into game code/script to implement. 
  • Modifying the level editor to support a new game mechanic. 
  • Presenting a rough version of a new mechanic to the team and gathering feedback. 
  • Taking a rough version of a game mechanic to a shippable state. 

A few notes about how we do gameplay programming at Velan: 

  • A gameplay programmer is not just a coder. You are expected to make meaningful contributions to creative design. 
  • While gameplay is an area of expertise, we do not hire programmers so that they may work exclusively in one specialized area. Rather we believe programmers should own areas of our technology and be trusted to work across the codebase. 
  • Velan works on all kinds of games, from augmented reality driven kart racers to shooters played in the dark. But all our games are designed to bring people together to have fun. 
  • Most of our games are built on our internal engine and tools. We believe that owning our tech gives us certain technical superpowers. 

The salary for this position is typically within the range specified below per year. Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. In addition to your salary, our comprehensive compensation package includes various perks, such as potential annual bonuses (though they are not guaranteed), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and flexible time-off benefits. This range covers mid-senior level -

Toronto, ON
Mid level: $85k-$125k CAD
Senior level: $105K-$145k CAD

Velan Studios is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about a role but your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to submit a General Application. Velan Studios is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion, diversity, and providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We seek to create a work culture that matches the diversity of our players. 

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