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Gameplay Developer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Full Stack Developer

Austin, TX

$122K - $227K/yr

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a leading global company in gaming content and technology, we are known for delivering ... As a Full Stack Developer, you'll have the chance to create a notable difference by guaranteeing ...

Full Stack Developer

Austin, TX · On-site

$98K - $182K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a leading global company in gaming content and technology, we are known for delivering ... As a Full Stack Developer, you'll have the chance to create a notable difference by guaranteeing ...

.Net Programmer with WebServices

Plano, TX · On-site

$123K - $136K/yr

Company Description Sonsoft , Inc. is a USA based corporation duly organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Georgia. Sonsoft Inc. is growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of ...

Core gameplay design, meta-game and progression systems. * Propose, develop and balance the ... Work closely with Producer, Artist and Developer to turn ideas into finished products. * Analyze ...

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Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is one of the largest global independent studios, 1,000+ employees, dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA ...

Social Media Content Creator (Contract)

Austin, TX · On-site

$58/hr

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We also believe that game studios should empower top developers and challenge them with ambitious projects that are shaped by a strong, clearly communicated creative vision. What You'll Do: * Develop ...

This role involves re-keying, cleaning, testing, and programming gaming machines, organizing warehouse inventory, and ensuring quality control. The Expert Game Technician will also be responsible for ...

Social Media Content Creator (Contract)

Austin, TX · On-site

$58/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We also believe that game studios should empower top developers and challenge them with ambitious projects that are shaped by a strong, clearly communicated creative vision. What You'll Do: * Develop ...

Working collaboratively with internal departments and external partners, this role will oversee the identification, selection, negotiation, and ongoing management of external game developers and ...

Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is one of the largest global independent studios, 1,000+ employees, dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA ...

Senior Build Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

... DevOps, or a related role within game development or software development * Experience supporting large-scale game projects and development teams, including at least one shipped AA or AAA title ...

Aspyr is a leading game publisher and developer, bringing the world's biggest franchises and bold new projects to players everywhere. Since 1996, we've published over 200 games and our team is ...

Director of Product

Austin, TX · On-site

$231K - $241K/yr

Zynga is a mobile game developer that creates and operates social games as live services played on the Internet. It is a sub-organization of Take-Two Interactive Software. Founded in 2007, the ...

Principal Software Developer - FinOps

Austin, TX · On-site

$119K - $169K/yr

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Fan-favorites and latest hits include FarmVille™, Words With Friends™, Zynga Poker™, Game of ... S. in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Engineering, or other quantitative field (or equivalent ...

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in Texas is $125,122.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,300.00 and $131,200.00 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 Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,122 per year, or $60.2 per hour.

$122K - $227K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

At Aristocrat, we strive to bring happiness to life through the power of play. As a leading global company in gaming content and technology, we are known for delivering remarkable performance and inventive solutions. Join our lively team and become part of a motivated community that values creativity and partnership. As a Full Stack Developer, you'll have the chance to create a notable difference by guaranteeing flawless performance and dependability of our gaming systems. This opportunity is perfect for someone driven to solve complex issues and assist a world-class support team.

What You'll Do
  • Compose, build, and maintain end-to-end features across frontend and backend systems, taking ownership from development through to production.
  • Develop responsive, user-friendly frontend interfaces using React, with a focus on intuitive build and seamless user experience.
  • Ensure cross-platform compatibility and responsiveness across different devices and screen sizes, including mobile.
  • Develop and sustain backend services and APIs using Node.js and Python.
  • Integrate with internal and external APIs and data sources to deliver connected, data-driven features.
  • Manage and query databases as part of feature development and ongoing maintenance.
  • Write clean, well-tested, production-grade code that meets performance and reliability standards.
  • Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and reliability issues across the stack.
  • Participate in code reviews, providing and incorporating constructive technical feedback.
  • Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into working software.
  • Contribute to technical design discussions and help build approaches for new features and system improvements.
What We're Looking For
  • 4+ years of professional experience in full stack software development.
  • Strong proficiency in React and solid working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Strong experience in backend development using Node.js and Python.
  • Experience integrating RESTful APIs and working with third-party data sources.
  • Familiarity with building database structures and querying across relational or NoSQL environments.
  • Experience with cross-platform and mobile optimisation techniques.
  • Strong understanding of software development guidelines including testing, version control, and code review.
  • Self-motivated and comfortable working independently, with strong communication skills in a collaborative team environment.
  • Attention to detail and a dedication to code quality, performance, and reliability.
  • Clear communicator who can discuss technical decisions with both engineers and non-technical collaborators.
  • Experience managing work in Jira or similar agile tooling.
  • Experience with graph databases such as Neo4j is a plus but not required.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

  • World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

  • Robust benefits package

  • Global career opportunities

Our Values

  • All about the Player

  • Talent Unleashed

  • Collective Brilliance

  • Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

None

Pay Range

$98,000 - $182,000 per year

Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, more details available at https://atibenefits.com/.

Additional Information

This role is subject to mandatory background screening and regulatory approvals. As part of your employment with Aristocrat, you may be required to complete a criminal background check, submit fingerprints, and obtain licenses or registrations with applicable gaming regulatory authorities.

Aristocrat operates in a highly regulated environment and holds licenses in over 340 gaming jurisdictions worldwide. To meet our global compliance obligations, you will be required to provide the disclosure of relevant personal and background information to government agencies, sovereign nations/tribal regulators, and other applicable gaming regulatory bodies. This is a condition of Aristocrat’s gaming licenses. The specific information required may vary depending on the jurisdiction and project assignment.

At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.