... gameplay systems. Game Developers at Valicy are builders who think holistically about game feel ... technical architecture, tooling, and long‑term maintainability. You will work closely with ...
... gameplay systems. Game Developers at Valicy are builders who think holistically about game feel ... technical architecture, tooling, and long‑term maintainability. You will work closely with ...
... gameplay systems. Game Developers at Valicy are builders who think holistically about game feel ... technical architecture, tooling, and long‑term maintainability. You will work closely with ...
... gameplay systems. Game Developers at Valicy are builders who think holistically about game feel ... technical architecture, tooling, and long‑term maintainability. You will work closely with ...
Senior Gameplay Engineer
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$137K - $257K/yr
Design, implement, and support quality gameplay systems and tools, focusing on melee combat, ranged (weapon-based) combat, and combat AI * Collaborate directly and proactively with engineers ...
Senior Gameplay Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$137K - $257K/yr
Design, implement, and support quality gameplay systems and tools, focusing on melee combat, ranged (weapon-based) combat, and combat AI * Collaborate directly and proactively with engineers ...
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As a Senior Gameplay Engineer - Gameplay Tools on teamLFG, you'll help build the bridge between the engine and our content creators, empowering them to create the game in an online environment that ...
Senior Gameplay Engineer - Gameplay Tools
$160K - $240K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Engineer - Gameplay Tools on teamLFG, you'll help build the bridge between the engine and our content creators, empowering them to create the game in an online environment that ...
... gameplay. - Make practical technical decisions that balance quality, speed, maintainability, performance, and project needs. - Work with leads and other developers to review technical approaches ...
... gameplay. - Make practical technical decisions that balance quality, speed, maintainability, performance, and project needs. - Work with leads and other developers to review technical approaches ...
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... gameplay. - Make practical technical decisions that balance quality, speed, maintainability, performance, and project needs. - Work with leads and other developers to review technical approaches ...
... gameplay. - Make practical technical decisions that balance quality, speed, maintainability, performance, and project needs. - Work with leads and other developers to review technical approaches ...
Lead Gameplay Engineer
San Ramon, CA · On-site
$112K - $147K/yr
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Lead Gameplay Engineer
San Ramon, CA · On-site
$112K - $147K/yr
They are looking for a Lead Gameplay Engineer to implement a wide variety of features and systems, leading a team to create best-in-class game modes and ensuring successful project execution.
New
Lead Gameplay Engineer
San Ramon, CA · On-site
$112K - $147K/yr
They are seeking a Lead Gameplay Engineer to guide a team in implementing various gameplay features and systems, ensuring high-quality game development. Responsibilities : • Lead a team of Gameplay ...
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Lead Gameplay Engineer
San Ramon, CA · On-site
$112K - $147K/yr
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As a Software Engineer III focused on Meta Systems, you will build and evolve the systems that shape a player's journey outside of moment-to-moment gameplay - including progression, social features ...
As a Software Engineer III focused on Meta Systems, you will build and evolve the systems that shape a player's journey outside of moment-to-moment gameplay - including progression, social features ...
Job Title: Game Developer - Casino Gaming Location: Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite ... gameplay systems * Develop across presentation, server, event, and storage layers * Optimize ...
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Job Title: Game Developer - Casino Gaming Location: Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite ... gameplay systems * Develop across presentation, server, event, and storage layers * Optimize ...
Job Title: Game Developer - Casino Gaming Location: Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite ... gameplay systems * Develop across presentation, server, event, and storage layers * Optimize ...
Job Title: Game Developer - Casino Gaming Location: Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite ... gameplay systems * Develop across presentation, server, event, and storage layers * Optimize ...
Job Title: Game Developer - Casino Gaming Location: Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite ... gameplay systems * Develop across presentation, server, event, and storage layers * Optimize ...
Job Title: Game Developer - Casino Gaming Location: Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite ... gameplay systems * Develop across presentation, server, event, and storage layers * Optimize ...
Description As a Senior Creative Gameplay Engineer, you will contribute creative vision and technical expertise to the Sneaky Sasquatch team, creating innovative new gameplay experiences for millions ...
Description As a Senior Creative Gameplay Engineer, you will contribute creative vision and technical expertise to the Sneaky Sasquatch team, creating innovative new gameplay experiences for millions ...
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Principal Gameplay Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
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Senior Gameplay AI Engineer
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As Senior Gameplay Programmer, you are a versatile engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and deeply enjoys empowering designers. You'll work closely with designers and the broader ...
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Raleigh, NC · On-site
As Senior Gameplay Programmer, you are a versatile engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and deeply enjoys empowering designers. You'll work closely with designers and the broader ...
Senior Gameplay Programmer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
As Senior Gameplay Programmer, you are a versatile engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and deeply enjoys empowering designers. You'll work closely with designers and the broader ...
Principal Gameplay Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
As Principal Gameplay Engineer, you will work within AGBO's Interactive team, with your focus spanning our active game projects and overall portfolio. You are a seasoned, highly technical engineer ...
Principal Gameplay Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
As Principal Gameplay Engineer, you will work within AGBO's Interactive team, with your focus spanning our active game projects and overall portfolio. You are a seasoned, highly technical engineer ...
Principal Gameplay Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
As Principal Gameplay Engineer, you will work within AGBO's Interactive team, with your focus spanning our active game projects and overall portfolio. You are a seasoned, highly technical engineer ...
Principal Gameplay Engineer
Raleigh, NC · On-site
As Principal Gameplay Engineer, you will work within AGBO's Interactive team, with your focus spanning our active game projects and overall portfolio. You are a seasoned, highly technical engineer ...
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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in the United States is $135,232.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Gameplay Developer vs Game Designer?
| Aspect | Gameplay Developer | Game Designer |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Implementing gameplay mechanics, coding, scripting | Conceptualizing game features, designing user experience |
| Required Skills | Programming, scripting, technical problem-solving | Creativity, storytelling, game mechanics design |
| Work Environment | Game development teams, programming studios | Design studios, creative teams, collaborative environments |
| Common Tools | Unity, Unreal Engine, C++, scripting languages | Design 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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Job description
Job Title: Game Developer
Locations: Wilmington, NC or Greenville, NC
Department: NC Game Development
Reports To: Game Development Manager
Status: Exempt
WHO WE ARE:
Locations: Wilmington, NC or Greenville, NC
Department: NC Game Development
Reports To: Game Development Manager
Status: Exempt
WHO WE ARE:
We are Valicy.
We make games. We also make the machines they run on.
What we're building matters. How we treat people matters more.
OUR MISSION: We exist to create excellent gaming experiences, treat our customers the way we want to be treated, and positively impact people's lives through a culture of care.
Seven values guide how we work. We call it our FIGHTER mindset:
Fun: Enjoy the journey together
Innovative: Consistently pushing new boundaries through creativity
Growth: Committed to growing personally and professionally
Humble amp; Passionate: It’s important to be both
Teamwork: Built on trust, healthy conflict, commitment, accountability, and results
Excellence: Pursuing high standards in everything we do
Relational: Building trust and relationships with customers and teammates
If this is the kind of place you've been looking for, let's talk.
SUMMARY The Game Developer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining high‑quality games built on the Unity framework across multiple regulated gaming platforms. This role is hands‑on and impact‑driven, focused on translating game design and creative direction into performant, reliable, and engaging gameplay systems.
Game Developers at Valicy are builders who think holistically about game feel, technical architecture, tooling, and long‑term maintainability. You will work closely with designers, artists, QA, and leadership to ship games that scale across studios and platforms.
This role is based in either Wilmington or Greenville and collaborates daily across both locations.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Act as an ambassador of Valicy’s Mission, Vision, and Values through daily work and team interactions.
-Design, develop, and implement gameplay systems using Unity for multiple target platforms.
-Translate game design documents, concepts, and creative direction into clean, functional, and engaging gameplay.
-Actively participate in the full game development lifecycle, from concept through release and post‑launch support.
-Collaborate closely with designers, artists, audio, QA, and production to resolve issues and improve game quality.
-Build internal tools, tech‑art utilities, and workflows that accelerate development and reduce friction across teams.
-Empower content creators by creating flexible, data‑driven systems that minimize ongoing engineering intervention.
-Maintain and improve existing games through debugging, optimization, and feature enhancements
-Identify technical risks early and propose practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and scalability.
-Provide clear recommendations and technical insights to leadership to support strategic and operational goals.
REQUIREMENTS:
-3–5 years of professional experience or demonstratable equivalent personal experience developing interactive applications or games using Unity
-Strong C# programming skills with an emphasis on clean, maintainable, and performant code
-Solid understanding of game architecture, gameplay systems, and real‑time performance considerations
-Experience debugging complex systems and maintaining live or legacy products
-Ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑disciplinary team environment
-Strong ownership mentality and willingness to take responsibility for shipped features
Preferred Requirements:
-Experience building tools or frameworks to support designers and artists.
-Familiarity with data‑driven or configuration‑based game systems.
-Experience working on regulated, distributed, or hardware‑integrated gaming platforms.
-Exposure to optimization, profiling, and performance tuning in Unity.
-Interest or expertise in AI‑assisted workflows, automation, or tooling to improve developer productivity.
This role is based in either Wilmington or Greenville and collaborates daily across both locations.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Act as an ambassador of Valicy’s Mission, Vision, and Values through daily work and team interactions.
-Design, develop, and implement gameplay systems using Unity for multiple target platforms.
-Translate game design documents, concepts, and creative direction into clean, functional, and engaging gameplay.
-Actively participate in the full game development lifecycle, from concept through release and post‑launch support.
-Collaborate closely with designers, artists, audio, QA, and production to resolve issues and improve game quality.
-Build internal tools, tech‑art utilities, and workflows that accelerate development and reduce friction across teams.
-Empower content creators by creating flexible, data‑driven systems that minimize ongoing engineering intervention.
-Maintain and improve existing games through debugging, optimization, and feature enhancements
-Identify technical risks early and propose practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and scalability.
-Provide clear recommendations and technical insights to leadership to support strategic and operational goals.
REQUIREMENTS:
-3–5 years of professional experience or demonstratable equivalent personal experience developing interactive applications or games using Unity
-Strong C# programming skills with an emphasis on clean, maintainable, and performant code
-Solid understanding of game architecture, gameplay systems, and real‑time performance considerations
-Experience debugging complex systems and maintaining live or legacy products
-Ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑disciplinary team environment
-Strong ownership mentality and willingness to take responsibility for shipped features
Preferred Requirements:
-Experience building tools or frameworks to support designers and artists.
-Familiarity with data‑driven or configuration‑based game systems.
-Experience working on regulated, distributed, or hardware‑integrated gaming platforms.
-Exposure to optimization, profiling, and performance tuning in Unity.
-Interest or expertise in AI‑assisted workflows, automation, or tooling to improve developer productivity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment is typical of a traditional office environment.
This Job Description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing Company objectives. The description incorporates the most typical duties performed and covers only the primary functions and responsibilities of the position. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed.