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Gameplay Developer Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

Green Brick Labs

Front-End Developer

Waterloo, ON

About you You have a passion for programming and get excited about creating large applications. You ... Life @ Maverick Games * In this role, you'll directly contribute to our product, making a tangible ...

Velan Studios

Level Designer (Senior+)

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$95K - CA$145K/yr

Own the design of the moment-to-moment and overall pacing of multiple levels in collaboration with environment artists and gameplay engineers * Work closely with the Game Director, Designers, and ...

StackandCo

C++ Developer

Galway, NY · On-site

Very strong programming skills in C\/C++ and related 3D technologies \n * 5+ years of industry experience with software development, ideally with game engines or similar 3D pipelines \n * Experience ...

Velan Studios

Level Designer (Senior+)

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$95K - CA$145K/yr

Own the design of the moment-to-moment and overall pacing of multiple levels in collaboration with environment artists and gameplay engineers * Work closely with the Game Director, Designers, and ...

Rivalry

We're a team that Pair Programs often, holds regular standup and plays games together regularly. We ... Pair Programming over Tuple, providing support to team members * Prototyping concepts as a part of ...

Big Viking Games

Intermediate Software Engineer

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

CA$80K - CA$105K/yr

About Big Viking Games Big Viking Games is a profitable, self-funded live-service game studio based ... As an Intermediate Software Engineer on these projects, you'll work primarily on the front end ...

Rivalry

We're a team that Pair Programs often, holds regular standup and plays games together regularly. We ... Pair Programming over Tuple, providing support to team members * Prototyping concepts as a part of ...

Rivalry

Engineering and Product Seniority: Senior/Lead TL/DR: We are looking to add a highly skilled and ... Free video games! Every Rivalry employee gets a monthly stipend. * + more!

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 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.

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Infographic showing various Gameplay Developer job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Temporary. Highlights an 62% In-person, 13% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,724 per year, or $53.7 per hour.

Front-End Developer

Green Brick Labs

Waterloo, ON

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

About you

You have a passion for programming and get excited about creating large applications. You're energetic, and eager to bring your best ideas to the table. You have proven experience working with open source technology and you love to learn new and bleeding edge tech. You take pride in your own work and accomplishments, but just as much in the achievements of your team. You are honest, upfront and don't take yourself too seriously. You understand the importance of delivering quality and speed on projects, and thrive on delivering success.


About the tech
We love open source, here are some of the tools and technologies we work with:

  • TypeScript, Vue.js
  • PostgreSQL, MySQL
  • GitHub, Confluence, JIRA, Slack


Responsibilities

  • Work with the cross functional teams (Product, Design, QA, Devops & Customer support) to define high-level solutions to create a delightful user experience
  • Work closely with the backend team to design and integrate APIs
  • Build reusable components and front-end libraries for multi-tenant applications
  • Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code
  • Optimize components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers
  • Follow code management procedures for proper revision control
  • Respond quickly to bugs which made it into production
  • Participate in the scrum development process.
  • Write unit tests for all your work and perform code reviews.
  • Show off your successes at company-wide sprint demos


Requirements

  • Post Secondary Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with 1 - 4 years of experience in Development
  • Ability to collaborate with designers to ensure our applications are usable, accessible and responsive.
  • Understanding of business requirements and how to translate them into technical requirements.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.
  • Experience with Vue.js (including familiarity with either the Composition API or Options API).
  • Knowledge of Tailwind CSS.
  • Understanding of SQL-based databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
  • Familiarity with Git/GitHub for version control.
  • Experience with tools like Confluence, JIRA, and Slack for collaboration and project management.
  • HTTP request knowledge (e.g., Axios, Fetch API).
  • Experience with Docker for containerization.
  • Additional experience with both Composition API and Options API in Vue.js is a plus.
  • Experience with Server Side render (e.g,. Next, Nuxt) and Client side render frameworks (e.g., Vue, React, Angular, Svelte).
  • Previous experience with front-end migrations.


Life @ Maverick Games

  • In this role, you'll directly contribute to our product, making a tangible impact on our success and growth.
  • We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
  • Our commitment to innovation means you'll constantly be learning and working with the latest technologies in the fast-moving iGaming space. We provide ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • We thrive in a fast-paced work environment where agility and innovation are key. You'll be challenged and engaged every day as we push the boundaries of what's possible in sports betting and gaming.
  • At Maverick Games, our small, close-knit team fosters excellent communication and collaboration. You'll have direct access to both colleagues and management, ensuring your ideas are heard and valued. Join us for a supportive environment where your contributions truly make a difference.


We're full of bright and diverse thinkers. Maverick Games is committed to supporting inclusion, diversity and accessibility to all employees. We understand and know that diverse teams are strong teams. We are proud to operate as an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please let us know and we will provide a positive experience!

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