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HigherEchelon

Serious Game Tester

Huntsville, AL · On-site

You will be a key member of an agile scrum development team working closely with fellow developers ... Experience testing Unity and Unreal based products Experience testing games on any/all of the ...

NBCUniversal

Senior Game Specialist (Houdini)

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film ... The output from your work will be compatible with popular 3D platforms like Unreal and Unity, or as ...

NBCUniversal

Senior Game Specialist (Houdini)

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film ... The output from your work will be compatible with popular 3D platforms like Unreal and Unity, or as ...

teamLFG

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As a Senior Game Engineer - Graphics on teamLFG, you will work closely with artists, designers and ... in Unreal Engine 5. Most importantly, you will work with a fun, dedicated, and cross-discipline ...

Together Group

Senior Unreal Developer

Sarasota, FL · On-site

Mentor mid-level and junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative problem solving. Contribute to technical planning and help define the studio's Unreal Engine roadmap.

Apple

Senior Gaming Platform Engineer

Seattle, WA

$142K - $263K/yr

Join the Game Services Framework team to help us build the developer-facing technologies that drive ... Unreal, Godot, etc.) and their plugin systems Background in compiler toolchains, code generation ...

Together Group

Senior Unreal Developer

Sarasota, FL

Mentor mid-level and junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative problem solving. Contribute to technical planning and help define the studio's Unreal Engine roadmap ...

PURPLE

Senior Unreal Developer

... level and junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative problem solving. • Contribute to technical planning and help define the studio's Unreal Engine roadmap.

Wand

Game Modification Engineer, C++

New York, NY · Remote

Role Overview We're seeking an engineer with strong reverse-engineering instincts to create and implement game modifications, with an initial focus on Unreal/Unity Engine-based titles spanning AAA ...

Imerza

Senior Unreal Developer

Sarasota, FL · On-site

Mentor mid-level and junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative problem solving. * Contribute to technical planning and help define the studio's Unreal Engine roadmap.

Epic Games

Gameplay Engineering Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development. ENGINEERING - GAMES What We Do Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly ...

AGBO

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance and code reviews. • ... Preferred : • Bonus if you helped grow and maintain a live service game. • Bonus: Previous ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior unreal game developer in the United States is $88,976.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Junior Unreal Game Developer, you may encounter challenges such as adapting to complex codebases, understanding project-specific workflows, and efficiently using Unreal Engine's extensive toolset. Collaboration with artists, designers, and senior developers often requires clear communication and learning to interpret feedback constructively. You'll also need to balance learning new technologies with meeting project deadlines, so time management and a proactive learning attitude are essential for success.

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A Junior Unreal Game Developer is responsible for assisting in the creation and maintenance of video games using Unreal Engine. Their tasks typically include coding gameplay features, debugging, optimizing game performance, and collaborating with artists and designers to implement interactive elements. They often work under the guidance of senior developers while learning industry best practices. This role is ideal for those with a passion for game development and foundational programming skills, especially in languages like C++.

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Serious Game Tester

HigherEchelon

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Serious Game Tester
Location: Huntsville, AL (Hybrid)
Description:
Seeking a highly motivated Serious Game Tester to support the development of serious games and virtual trainers. We use the phrase "serious games" to describe a variety of applications that use gaming technologies or mechanics for a purpose other than strictly entertainment. You will be a key member of an agile scrum development team working closely with fellow developers on the development of these products.
This position is a hybrid role requiring the candidate to be in or relocate to Huntsville, AL. Depending on the project(s) you will be supporting, some or all tasking can be completed remotely. Some projects require testing on hardware that is located on Redstone Arsenal.
Responsibilities and Requirements:
Interact with team members, customers, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop products utilizing the Unity and Unreal game engines in an Agile Scrum framework.
Contribute creatively to the end-to-end game development process.
Review software requirements and prepare test plans.
Execute various tests (usability, regression, etc.) on the in-development software.
Manage any internal and external test groups (Alpha, Beta, Release Candidate) for the software.
Provide testing reports and issue bug reports to the development team.
Take ownership of his/her work as a highly motivated self-starter.
Possess a demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines, prioritize workload, manage time efficiently, and work in a team environment
Required Skills:
Some experience (through education or professional) testing entertainment or serious games.
Must have or be eligible to receive a Secret clearance.
Desired Skills:
Experience with the life cycle of design of game development from concept through project completion.
Experience working in a hybrid development environment with remote and on-site team members.
Experience working within an Agile Scrum framework.
Experience with agile project management software, specifically the Atlassian suite (JIRA / Confluence).
Experience with version control software (such as Perforce).
Experience testing Unity and Unreal based products
Experience testing games on any/all of the following platforms: Windows, iOS, Android, Web, VR (primarily HTC Vive and Meta Quest), AR (primarily mobile-based AR).
Experience testing game-based products with hardware-in-the-loop integration.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's in a technical discipline related to game development and 0-3 years of related experience
6 years of additional professional experience as a game tester, software test engineer, or related field.
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About HigherEchelon, Inc.
HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology, and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.
HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.
By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:
HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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