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Apple

Software Engineering Manager - Games

Seattle, WA

$225K - $338K/yr

Apple Games is seeking a dynamic engineering manager to lead the Game Center team, driving the next generation of social and connected gaming experiences across Apple platforms. This role oversees ...

Asmodee

Associate Game Developer

Everett, WA · On-site +1

$60K/yr

Composed of veterans from the tabletop miniatures games industry, Atomic Mass Games is committed to ... Job Summary The Associate Game Developer is responsible for working with Game Developers in tuning ...

Holospark

Gameplay Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

... games. The Role * Own the design, development, and deployment of player facing features and technology that ship in the game. * Work directly with game designers, animators, and other engineers to ...

Games For Love

Esports Streamer

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers * Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers * Volunteer recognition & awards Games for Love is an equal opportunity ...

Games For Love

Esports Streamer

Lynnwood, WA · On-site +1

Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers * Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers * Volunteer recognition & awards Games for Love is an equal opportunity ...

DevSelect

Game Solution Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

Title: Game Solution Engineer Location: Seattle, WA Openings: 1 Type: Long-Term Contract Provide ... Become an expert of Client Games technical products, services, and best practices to increase the ...

DevSelect

Unity Game Solutions Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

Unity Game Solutions Engineer Location: Seattle, WA Openings: 1 Type: Long-Term Contract We Provide ... Become an expert of Client Games technical products, services, and best practices to reduce time to ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Senior Game Networking Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

$107K - $146K/yr

About KOMODO KOMODO is a 100% privately-owned company that has published over 120 games globally ... The Opportunity KOMODO is seeking a Senior Game Networking Engineer to join the team working on ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Senior Game Networking Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site +1

$117K - $161K/yr

About KOMODO KOMODO is a 100% privately-owned company that has published over 120 games globally ... The Opportunity KOMODO is seeking a Senior Game Networking Engineer to join the team working on ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for games programmer in Seattle, WA is $44.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.28 and $58.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

Games Programmer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Games Programmer job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 68% Physical, and 32% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,638 per year, or $45 per hour.

Software Engineering Manager - Games

Seattle, WA

Apple
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$225K - $338K/yr

Full-time

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Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 684 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Apple Games is seeking a dynamic engineering manager to lead the Game Center team, driving the next generation of social and connected gaming experiences across Apple platforms. This role oversees the development of GameKit, a core technology that empowers game developers while delivering seamless, engaging experiences for players in the new Apple Games app and gaming overlay. You’ll guide a talented team working at the intersection of Apple’s platform services and the games developers are creating for millions of players worldwide.
Description
In this role, you’ll balance creativity with technical rigor-translating developer feedback into solutions that align with Apple’s strategic objectives. You’ll work side-by-side with your manager and leaders across Apple to advocate for games as a first-class experience on our devices, ensuring our technologies resonate deeply with the global game development community. This is an opportunity to lead a talented team at the heart of Apple’s gaming efforts and help define how great games are built and experienced on our platforms.","responsibilities":"As the manager of the Game Center engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Apple’s gaming ecosystem-championing the needs of developers while advancing Apple’s vision for exceptional player experiences. You’ll collaborate closely with teams across Apple to define and deliver frameworks, APIs, and services that make it easier and more rewarding to build games for our platforms. With a strong understanding of both developer workflows and system-level architecture, you’ll design and guide the creation of modern, elegant frameworks that developers love to adopt.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with iOS or macOS development using Swift or Objective C is preferred but not required.
Minimum Qualifications
Proven ability to hire, develop, and mentor high-performing engineering teams
Track record of delivering developer-facing or internal APIs that power great products
Experience in the game industry, either building games or shipping technologies for game developers
Deep passion for improving the developer experience and enabling creativity through better tools and frameworks
Exceptional communication skills-able to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical partners
Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
Solid understanding of multithreaded concepts, concurrency, and performance optimization
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $225,600 and $338,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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