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Caterpillar

Visualization Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

$128K - $208K/yr

Game Engine Development for Simulation: Develop interactive 3D environments using game engine ... Implement LOD, streaming, and GPU optimization techniques for scalability Tooling & Developer ...

Batbox

Gameplay Ambassador

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

What You'll Do Our Gameplay Ambassadors are the heartbeat of the simulator floor - blending ... You don't have to be an engineer, but you should be comfortable around technology - understanding ...

Gearbox Software LLC

Technical Director, SDK

Frisco, TX · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Continually seek to understand the challenges facing game developers and players * Collaborate with others from many disciplines to deliver high quality online features to a large portfolio of games

Gamesquare

DevOps Engineer

Frisco, TX · Remote

$49.25 - $67.50/hr

GAME) is a cutting-edge media, entertainment, and technology company transforming how brands and ... Who YOU Are You have a practical DevOps and quality mindset, with demonstrated ability to turn ...

Sonsoft Inc

.Net Programmer with WebServices

Plano, TX

$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 ...

Varsity Tutors

Video Game Design Tutor

Arlington, TX · 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

Plano, TX · 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

Irving, TX · 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

Dallas, TX · 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

Carrollton, TX · 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

Grand Prairie, TX · 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

Fort Worth, TX · 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

Mckinney, TX · 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

Allen, TX · 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.

Magnus Technology Solutions

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Full Stack Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

About the Role We are looking for a Lead Full Stack Java Developer -leading offshore development ... We have helped so far hundreds of businesses in the software, gaming, hospitality, energy ...

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in Dallas, TX is $133,776.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,600.00 and $141,500.00 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 Dallas, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $133,776 per year, or $64.3 per hour.

Visualization Engineer

Caterpillar

Irving, TX • On-site

$128K - $208K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
The Visualization Engineer develops real-time 3D visualization for digital twins for Caterpillar's robotics and autonomous systems. This role combines visualization, simulation, robotics, and game development expertise to create high-fidelity, interactive environments representing machines, job sites, and workflows.
The engineer will leverage NVIDIA Omniverse, modern C++/Python, and game engine principles to integrate robotic behaviors, autonomy systems, and sensor data into immersive visualization platforms. This is a hands-on leadership role driving architecture, execution, and mentoring.
What You Will Do:
Real-Time Rendering & Visualization: Build high-performance real-time rendering systems for digital twins using Omniverse. Create visually accurate representations of machines, robotics systems, and job site environments.
Game Engine Development for Simulation: Develop interactive 3D environments using game engine systems (physics, animation, scene management). Develop interactive 3D environments using game engine systems (physics, animation, scene management)
Robotics & Simulation Integration: Integrate robotics simulation outputs (motion, autonomy, sensor data) into the rendering pipeline. Visualize perception data (LiDAR, cameras, etc.) in sync with simulation state.
Performance Optimization: Optimize rendering for large-scale environments, multi-robot scenarios, and sensor-heavy scenes. Implement LOD, streaming, and GPU optimization techniques for scalability
Tooling & Developer Experience: Build tools and editor extensions for scene creation, debugging, and data visualization.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with robotics, autonomy, and simulation teams to translate data into visual systems.
Technical Leadership & Innovation: Apply game development best practices to robotics visualization architecture and systems. Evaluate and adopt new rendering, simulation, and visualization technologies.
Validation& Debugging: Develop visualization tools for simulation validation, replay, and scenario analysis. Ensure rendered output accurately reflects underlying robotics and simulation behavior.
What You Will Have:
  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or related field.

  • 5+ Years experience in 3D rendering, scene building, and performance optimization.

  • Experience in simulation, robotics, visualization, or game development.

  • Strong experience with game engines (Unity/Unreal) and/or real-time rendering.

  • Expertise in NVIDIA Omniverse (USD, Kit, PhysX) or similar platforms.

  • Proficiency in C++ and Python.

  • Knowledge of robotics systems, sensor visualization, or autonomy workflows.

  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Top Candidates Will Have:
  • Experience with robotics (ROS/ROS2), autonomy, or heavy equipment systems.

  • Familiarity with digital twin platforms and cloud-based simulation workflows.

  • Background in large-scale or distributed simulation system

Additional details:
  • This position requires the candidate to be based in Irving, Texas.
  • Relocation assistance is available for this position
  • Visa sponsorship is available for this position
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Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $208,770.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.
Posting Dates:
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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