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Independent Contractor Rpg Programmer Jobs in Rochester, NY

Toptal

Electrical Hardware Engineer

Rochester, NY · On-site

We offer freelance opportunities strictly on an independent contractor basis.* For one of our ... Engineer to lead the electrical architecture and hardware development of next-generation energy ...

Iberdrola

Lead Engineer - Civil

Rochester, NY

$145K/yr

Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices * Work independently with little supervision For Lead Engineers: * Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department ...

Iberdrola

Principal Engineer - Electrical

Rochester, NY

$137K - $167K/yr

Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices * Work independently with little supervision * Principal Engineer: * Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department ...

Iberdrola

Principal Engineer - Electrical

Rochester, NY · On-site

$137K - $167K/yr

Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices * Work independently with little supervision * Principal Engineer: * Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department ...

Iberdrola

Lead Line Engineer

Rochester, NY

$101K - $133K/yr

Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices * Work independently with little supervision For Lead Engineers: * Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department ...

Iberdrola

Principal Engineer - Electrical

Rochester, NY

$137K - $167K/yr

Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices * Work independently with little supervision * Principal Engineer: * Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department ...

Iberdrola

Principal Engineer - Electrical

Rochester, NY · On-site

$137K - $167K/yr

Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices * Work independently with little supervision * Principal Engineer: * Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department ...

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How much do independent contractor rpg programmer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for independent contractor rpg programmer in Rochester, NY is $92,122.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,400.00 and $105,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor Rpg Programmer vs Game Developer?

AspectIndependent Contractor Rpg ProgrammerGame Developer
CredentialsTypically requires programming skills, portfolio, possibly certifications in game developmentRequires programming skills, often a degree in computer science or related field
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, often remoteIn-house or remote, may be part of a larger team
Industry UsageUsed in freelance projects, indie game developmentEmployed by game studios, publishers, or as independent developers
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for freelance RPG programming opportunitiesSeeking full-time or collaborative game development roles

The main difference is that an Independent Contractor Rpg Programmer works freelance on specific RPG projects, focusing on coding and customization, while a Game Developer may have broader responsibilities in game design, development, and production, often within a team or company environment.

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Electrical Hardware Engineer

Electrical Hardware Engineer

Toptal

Rochester, NY • On-site

Other

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Toptal is an exclusive network of the world's top freelance software developers, designers, finance experts, marketing professionals, product managers, and project managers. We offer freelance opportunities strictly on an independent contractor basis.*


For one of our clients in the automotive and energy technology space, we are currently looking for an Electrical Hardware Engineer to lead the electrical architecture and hardware development of next-generation energy storage solutions, including battery and fuel cell systems. In this role, you'll own the design and integration of electrical subsystems, collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams, and contribute to products from concept through validation and regulatory compliance.


Key requirements:

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in electrical hardware design and development
  • Experience with battery systems, battery management systems (BMS), energy storage, or fuel cell applications
  • Strong background in electrical circuit design, schematic capture, PCB development, and simulation tools such as SPICE
  • Hands-on experience with Altium, OrCAD, or similar electrical CAD tools
  • Experience designing embedded hardware with CAN and/or Ethernet communication interfaces
  • Knowledge of electrical design standards and regulatory compliance, including UL, IPC, and IEC
  • Experience developing prototypes, testing, troubleshooting, and optimizing designs for manufacturability


Engagement Highlights:

  • Long-term contract opportunity (12+ months) with potential for full-time conversion
  • Hybrid engagement requiring on-site collaboration in Rochester, NY, 3 days per week
  • Preferred commitment of 40 hours per week


If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, we encourage you to apply.


*Please note that we are unable to support C2C (Corp-to-Corp), C2H (Contract-to-Hire), or engagements through third-party employers.

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