1

Lead Unity Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

We're looking for a strong Unity engineer who loves 3D story-driven games. You'll join our lead Unity dev, who has spent the past 5 years building interactive anime avatars, to grow our working ...

$125 - $150/hr

Lead Unity development for an augmented reality (AR) / virtual reality (VR) product, backed by advanced AI computer vision models * Work within a team of machine learning engineers, software ...

$150 - $200/hr

We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to lead a new team delivering Unity platform support for a key platform partner bringing games to TV and mobile form factors. To reach every screen ...

Manager, Software Engineering

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$150 - $200/hr

We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to lead a new team delivering Unity platform support for a key platform partner bringing games to TV and mobile form factors. To reach every screen ...

Manager, Software Engineering

Seattle, WA ยท On-site +1

$172K - $258K/yr

The opportunity We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to lead a new team delivering Unity platform support for a key platform partner bringing games to TV and mobile form factors. To ...

Lead the Architecture: Design and architect the mobile client (iOS/Android) for a greenfield ... Connect the consumer app directly into Unity's backend event-pipelines and ML attribution models ...

AI Lead Engineer

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$105K - $139K/yr

About the Role AI Lead Engineer responsibilities will include hands-on development of AI agents and ... Develop agent tools for Stardog, Databricks, Orkes, Unity Catalog, and platform APIs. * Implement ...

Lead Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$150K/yr

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer, you will be building exciting games utilizing our current Unity driven game engine. Working closely with Designers, Artists, and Sound Engineers, you will ...

$200 - $250/hr

Lead threat modeling, secure design reviews, and penetration testing for Unity products and ... Partner with engineering teams to drive remediation, turning recurring findings into guardrails ...

WI ยท On-site

$200 - $250/hr

Lead threat modeling, secure design reviews, and penetration testing for Unity products and ... Partner with engineering teams to drive remediation, turning recurring findings into guardrails ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Lead Unity Engineer information

See salary details

$42.5K

$123.8K

$180.5K

How much do lead unity engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead unity engineer in the United States is $123,784.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lead Unity Engineer vs Unity Developer?

AspectLead Unity EngineerUnity Developer
CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or related field, experience in UnitySimilar educational background, often entry to mid-level
Work EnvironmentLeads projects, manages teams, oversees developmentDevelops features, implements gameplay, collaborates with teams
Industry UsageUsed in game studios, AR/VR companies, simulation firmsCommon in game development, mobile apps, AR/VR projects

The main difference between a Lead Unity Engineer and a Unity Developer lies in their responsibilities and seniority. The Lead Unity Engineer typically manages projects and teams, focusing on architecture and technical leadership, while the Unity Developer concentrates on coding and implementing features. Both roles require similar technical skills and industry experience, but the Lead position involves more oversight and strategic planning.

What cities are hiring for Lead Unity Engineer jobs?

Cities with the most Lead Unity Engineer job openings:

What states have the most Lead Unity Engineer jobs?

States with the most job openings for Lead Unity Engineer jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Lead Unity Engineer jobs?

For Lead Unity Engineer jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Lead Unity Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,784 per year, or $59.5 per hour.

Lead Game Developer (Unity)

Seattle, WA โ€ข On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Other

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Role Introduction

Our client is looking for a Lead Game Developer (Unity) to join our design team. As a lead Unity developer, you will be responsible for planning and implementing game functionality, building and helping to build the game code, identifying bottlenecks, and ensuring the quality of the finished product.

Features
  • Full time
  • Office Location: Lahore
Requirements
  • The incumbent will be accountable for executing game functionality, transforming design ideas, concepts, and requirements into a compelling and operational game.
  • Work seamlessly across diverse departments; this role requires a candidate possessing exceptional communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a strong teamโ€‘oriented approach to harmonize a shared vision.
  • Convert design specifications into a fully operational game, ensuring that the game aligns with the intended design and user experience.
  • Architect, create, and sustain efficient, reusable, and dependable code to facilitate the game's development and evolution.
  • Focus on achieving the highest level of performance, quality, and user responsiveness in applications.
  • Identify and address bottlenecks and bugs within the game, formulating effective solutions to rectify and mitigate these issues.
Specifications
  • 4-5 years of handsโ€‘on experience in Unity Development technologies, demonstrating a robust skill set in game development.
  • High level of proficiency in Unity3D, an essential tool for creating games across various platforms.
  • Strong logical and problemโ€‘solving skills to construct intricate game mechanics and functionalities.
  • Expertise in C# programming, a fundamental language for game development in the Unity environment.
  • Wellโ€‘versed in version control systems like GIT to effectively manage and collaborate on the project's source code.
#J-18808-Ljbffr