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Level Design Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Geologics

Digital Design Engineer

Manassas, VA

$67/hr

Evaluates the process flow including but not limited to high level design, synthesis, place and route, timing and power utilization * Creates test and simulation plans that establish functional ...

Geologics

Digital Design Engineer

Manassas, VA

$67/hr

Evaluates the process flow including but not limited to high level design, synthesis, place and route, timing and power utilization * Creates test and simulation plans that establish functional ...

SAIC

Radar System Design Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description Position Summary: The Radar System Design Engineer will support advanced space-based ...

BRMi

Design System Lead (HYBRID)

Vienna, VA

$80K - $91K/yr

The position serves as the platform-level design system leader, translating enterprise standards into practical implementation guidance, documentation, and governance while driving adoption across ...

BRMi

Design System Lead (HYBRID)

Vienna, VA · On-site

$80K - $91K/yr

The position serves as the platform-level design system leader, translating enterprise standards into practical implementation guidance, documentation, and governance while driving adoption across ...

BRMi

Design System Lead (HYBRID)

Vienna, VA · On-site

$80K - $91K/yr

The position serves as the platform-level design system leader, translating enterprise standards into practical implementation guidance, documentation, and governance while driving adoption across ...

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How much do level design jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for level design in Virginia is $113,509.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,800.00 and $142,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Level Design vs Environment Artist?

AspectLevel DesignEnvironment Artist
Primary FocusCreating gameplay layouts, flow, and player experience within levelsDesigning and creating visual environments and assets for levels
Skills & ToolsLevel scripting, game mechanics, level editors (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity)3D modeling, texturing, environment art tools (e.g., Maya, Blender)
Work EnvironmentGame development teams, level design departmentsArt departments, environment art teams
Industry UsageUsed in game design to shape gameplay experienceUsed to create immersive visual worlds

While both roles contribute to the game's environment, Level Designers focus on gameplay flow and level structure, whereas Environment Artists concentrate on visual aesthetics and environment creation. Both collaborate closely to produce engaging and visually appealing game levels.

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Infographic showing various Level Design job openings in Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 78% In-person, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,509 per year, or $54.6 per hour.

Digital Design Engineer

Manassas, VA

Geologics
IT Services • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Geologicsexternal

$67/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Role: Digital Design Engineer
Client: Defense-Aerospace
Hourly Rate: up to $67/hr W2, non-benefited  
Length: Temp-to-Perm  
Location: Manassas, VA
 Clearance: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required  at time of hire.
 
Description: 
  • Design of digital electronics including Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) development and circuit design
  • Responsible for definition, design, verification and documentation
  • Determines architecture, system simulation, and detailed design approach
  • Defines module interfaces and all aspects of device design and simulation
  • Evaluates the process flow including but not limited to high level design, synthesis, place and route, timing and power utilization
  • Creates test and simulation plans that establish functional criteria
  • Verifies test results and analyzes performance
  • Verification and validation on target hardware
  • Leadership on inter-disciplinary design efforts
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Solid proficiency and able to perform all responsibilities associated with the position
  • Knowledge and experience with all phases of circuit card design
  • Grasps and applies new information quickly
  • Solid ability to handle more complex assignments
  • Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment and professionally executes projects with little direction
  • Ability to understand and explain designs using non-technical terms
  • Ability to "reverse engineer" existing designs and understand/update functionality for new requirements
  • Ability to work with Systems and Software Engineering to ensure system-level functionality
  • Understanding of System-On-Chip (SoC) design with embedded processor on FPGA
  • Ability to perform application programming on embedded processor is a plus
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
 
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
 
If interested in learning more about this position, please email your resume to KDunkin@geologics.com and I will call back with more information.
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