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Handshake

Indie Game Developer * 2D Animator or Game Asset Designer You should have solid experience with one ... Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or ...

Spinplay Games

Game Developer

Las Vegas, NV

The Game Developer will act in both a project owner and project support role, working across ... Solid understanding of Canvas and WebGL-based rendering * Experience building and maintaining ...

Handshake

Indie Developer or Game Designer * Game Developer or Interactive Media Developer * Software ... Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or ...

Valicy

Game Developer

Greenville, NC

Game Developer Locations : Wilmington, NC or Greenville, NC Department : NC Game Development ... This role is based in either Wilmington or Greenville and collaborates daily across both locations.

Valicy

Game Developer

Wilmington, NC

Game Developer Locations : Wilmington, NC or Greenville, NC Department : NC Game Development ... This role is based in either Wilmington or Greenville and collaborates daily across both locations.

GDIT

Game Developer

Daleville, AL

$72.25K - $97.75K/yr

Yes Game Developer GDIT is the Prime contractor for the Flight School Training Support Services ... Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual ...

Worldscape

Junior Game Developer

Redmond, WA · On-site

They are looking for a passionate Junior Game Developer to collaborate with senior engineers and ... based delivery. • A portfolio, GitHub repository, or demo projects showcasing gameplay or ...

Apple

Senior Gaming Platform Engineer

Seattle, WA

$139.50K - $258.10K/yr

Apple Games is the home of gaming on Apple's platforms, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and ... Join the Game Services Framework team to help us build the developer-facing technologies that drive ...

DSN

Sr. Game Developer - casino games

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

Job Title: Game Developer - Casino Gaming Location: Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite ... Experience with mobile, desktop, or web-based applications * Familiarity with regulated or real ...

QD Staff

Casino Game Mathematician

Boca Raton, FL · Hybrid

Mathematician Position One of the world's leading mobile game studios is based in Boca Raton, FL ... Programming skills * C# experience an advantage * Creativity Responsibilities * Develop ...

DSN

Sr. Game Developer - casino games

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

Job Title: Game Developer - Casino Gaming Location: Boca Raton, FL or Las Vegas, NV (Onsite ... Experience with mobile, desktop, or web-based applications * Familiarity with regulated or real ...

Weekday AI

2D Game Developer -Defold

Remote Become a part of our customer's forward-thinking team as a 2D Game Developer focused on ... Proficient in Lua scripting and knowledgeable about component-based game architecture. * Proven ...

Netflix

OR · On-site

$210K - $340K/yr

... and developers of all sizes. Demonstrate fluency in complex legal and business issues within ... Bring a strong understanding of the indie game development landscape, including emerging studios ...

Netflix

OR · On-site

$210K - $340K/yr

... developers of all sizes. * Demonstrate fluency in complex legal and business issues within ... Bring a strong understanding of the indie game development landscape, including emerging studios ...

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How much do home based indie game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for home based indie game developer in the United States is $108,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Home Based Indie Game Developer vs Freelance Game Designer?

AspectHome Based Indie Game DeveloperFreelance Game Designer
CredentialsOften self-taught or with game development coursesTypically has design certifications or portfolio
Work EnvironmentHome-based, independent setupHome or client sites, flexible locations
Industry UsageDevelops complete indie games for distributionCreates game concepts, levels, or assets for clients
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on game development skills, solo projectsFocus on design expertise, client work

While both roles work independently and often from home, a Home Based Indie Game Developer primarily creates and publishes their own games, handling all development aspects. In contrast, a Freelance Game Designer typically collaborates on specific design tasks for clients or projects, focusing on design elements rather than full game development.

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Infographic showing various Home Based Indie Game Developer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,471 per year, or $52.1 per hour.
Game Artist - AI Trainer

Game Artist - AI Trainer

Handshake

On-site, Remote

Full-time, Contractor

Posted yesterday

Job description

Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm User Opportunity

Handshake is looking for skilled Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm users to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with pixel art, sprite creation, or 2D game asset design to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand visual tasks and game art workflows.

This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside anything else you have going on.

Who This Is For

This is a good fit if you're an experienced Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm user who has worked in or around roles like:

  • Pixel Artist or Game Artist
  • Indie Game Developer
  • 2D Animator or Game Asset Designer

You should have solid experience with one or more of the following:

  • Sprite creation, pixel art, or 2D game asset design using Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm
  • Annotating or labeling game art assets
  • Creating game assets following style guides or project briefs
  • Reviewing game art for quality, accuracy, or stylistic consistency

What You'll Do

You'll use your experience with Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm to create tool-related questions and review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world pixel art and game asset workflows.

No prior AI or technical experience is required.

Qualifications

We're looking for people who have:

  • At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm, whether through professional work or freelance projects
  • A working knowledge of pixel art and 2D game asset concepts and workflows
  • Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
  • The ability to work independently and follow written guidelines

Work Model and Project Details

  • Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)
  • Location: Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer
  • Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project
  • Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available

Application Process

  • Create a Handshake account
  • Upload your resume and submit your portfolio
  • Verify your identity
  • Get matched and onboarded into relevant projects
  • Start working and earning

Work Authorization

Must be currently residing in the United States. F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility. If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school's requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.

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