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Games Programmer Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

Hockey Rover

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$15.45 - CA$19.44/hr

The Game Day Rover will be a member of the Cougar Athletics Varsity Game Day Events Team. This position will be for the duration of the fall and winter semesters. The position assists with the set-up ...

Flames games, Hitmen games, Roughnecks games, Stampeders games as well as concerts. The ideal ... Class 4 Power Engineering certificate (ABSA); * Highly organized and able to meet deadlines;

This role delivers play-based programming that supports children's social, emotional and physical ... Ensure all toys, activities and games are sanitized and in good working condition * Maintain ...

Engage across Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, IT/OT, and Leadership to translate customer ... game between meetings, teamwork is part of our everyday culture. Our values are EPIC. We value ...

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What is the difference between Games Programmer vs Game Developer?

AspectGames ProgrammerGame Developer
Primary RoleFocuses on coding, implementing game mechanics, and optimizing performanceInvolves designing, developing, and managing overall game projects, including both programming and creative aspects
Required SkillsProgramming languages (C++, C#), graphics APIs, debuggingProgramming, design, project management, teamwork
Work EnvironmentTypically within a development team, often in tech or gaming companiesBroader environment including design, production, and sometimes marketing teams

While both roles require programming skills and are integral to game creation, Games Programmers primarily focus on coding and technical implementation, whereas Game Developers oversee the entire game development process, including design and project coordination.

What cities near Calgary, AB are hiring for Games Programmer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Games Programmer job openings in Calgary, AB as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 67% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 31% Remote job distribution.

Hockey Rover

Calgary, AB • On-site

CA$15.45 - CA$19.44/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

About the Role Working within the Cougars Athletics and Recreation department, these are flexible positions whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. These positions will end March 31, 2027. The Game Day Rover will be a member of the Cougar Athletics Varsity Game Day Events Team.

This position will be for the duration of the fall and winter semesters. The position assists with the set-up and tear down of varsity events, assisting in meeting Canada West requirements and supporting all other game day tasks as a part of our team. As the rover you will learn many of the game day positions to be prepared to assist where needed.

It is expected that the incumbent in this role is committed to all games in regular and post season. Responsibilities Set-up, test and use various gameday technology; troubleshoot as required Work with game officials and Game Day Supervisor as required Provide general support to all aspects of the Game Day Event as required Ensure all requirements and regulations set-out by Canada West and U SPORTS are met and followed with the Game Day team Other duties as required Qualifications 12 - 18 months of related experience Passion for sports with a strong knowledge of hockey Ability to work all shifts between Thursday - Sunday afternoons and evenings Highly motivated individual who can work well independently under pressure Commitment to time management and punctuality Strong focus and attention to detail Ability to lift items of up to 50lbs on an occasional basis Salary: $15.45 - $19.44 per hour Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found A resume and cover letter should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex

Smith_1234_CV.pdf).