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Lightspeed Studios

Senior DevOps Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$106K - $223K/yr

Our mission is to make Tencent games globally available for all users anywhere or anytime through ... Python, Ruby, Bash, or Golang (not limited to). * Expertise in proactively identifying and ...

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

SDET

San Diego, CA · On-site

$53 - $68.50/hr

SDET Level 3 San Diego, CA 92127 12+ Months ONLY W2 Top 3: 1.) C++ 2.) Automation Experience ... as Python, C#, C++, or JavaScript. Experience working on large scale, commercial online game ...

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

SDET Level 2

San Diego, CA · On-site

$53 - $68.50/hr

R-2877907 SDET Level 2 Amazon.Com, Inc. San Diego, CA 92127 12 Months ****/hour Top 3 Skills 1.) C ... as Python, C#, C++, or JavaScript. Experience working on large scale, commercial online game ...

USM

SDET------Need GC and USC-----Need Locals

Irvine, CA · On-site

$53.75 - $69.25/hr

... Python scripting Gaming experience is a nice to have Our studio is looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test with talent and expertise in services and network testing, building tools ...

Jobsbridge

Senior Java Developer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$70.75 - $90/hr

... Python etc.)5+ years of server side design and development experience. Experience with service ... Experience with online game development. Experience with no SQL databases like MongoDB, Couchbase ...

NxT Level

Senior Tools Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or related field. * Proficient in C++, C#, or Python with strong understanding of software engineering principles. * Experience with customer ...

NxT Level

Senior Tools Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$112K - $154K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or related field. * Proficient in C++, C#, or Python with strong understanding of software engineering principles. * Experience with customer ...

Elia Software

DevOps Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$60.50 - $82.75/hr

What do we offer? Join forces with us to be part of leaders at gaming market! Fast moving ... shell scripting, Python, Go, or similar 4) Experience with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes ...

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How much do python game developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for python game developer in California is $57.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.69 and $65.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a python game developer?

A Python Game Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing video games using the Python programming language. They often work with game development libraries such as Pygame, Panda3D, or Godot (via GDScript). Their tasks may include coding game mechanics, implementing graphics and sound, debugging, and optimizing performance. Python Game Developers may work in indie studios, large game companies, or on personal projects. While Python is not the primary language for high-end game development, it is widely used for prototyping, educational games, and smaller-scale projects.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a python game developer?

As a Python Game Developer, your daily tasks generally include writing and testing Python code for new game features, fixing bugs, collaborating with artists and designers to implement visual and gameplay elements, and participating in team meetings to align on project goals. You’ll often work within an agile environment, using tools like Git for version control and regularly reviewing code with colleagues to ensure high-quality output. Additionally, your day might involve optimizing code for performance, prototyping new mechanics, and contributing ideas to improve the overall gaming experience. This varied range of responsibilities provides ample opportunity to grow your technical skills and creativity while working closely with a passionate team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the python game developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Python Game Developer, you need strong programming skills in Python, a solid understanding of game development principles, and experience with libraries such as Pygame or Panda3D, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, basic knowledge of 2D/3D graphics, and experience using development tools such as IDEs and debugging utilities are typically required. Creative problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this position. These abilities are crucial to designing engaging games, collaborating efficiently with multidisciplinary teams, and troubleshooting issues throughout the development lifecycle.

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Infographic showing various Python Game Developer job openings in California as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 10% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $120,336 per year, or $57.9 per hour.

Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer, Social Commerce

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Discord
Software Development • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Discordexternal

$196K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Discord has a highly engaged community of millions of daily active users who use the platform for many different reasons, but there's one thing that nearly everyone does: play video games. Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming, and we are focused on making it easier and more fun for people to hang out before, during, and after playing games.
Discord launched its Social Commerce team in August 2025 and by the end of the year, we shipped an MVP which was extremely successful. In 2026 we've been scaling to more games, adding more features, and extending capabilities.
Discord Social Commerce lets players find, buy, and gift in-game digital goods from chat, friends' Wishlists, within official game communities on Discord. The idea is to bring commerce natively into the social spaces where players already hang out, rather than routing them to external storefronts.
How its done?
Developers integrate through the Discord Social SDK, which includes social layer integration and account linking capabilities. Once connected, players can browse and buy brand-specific gaming skins, costumes, emotes, emojis and more, with the option to gift each other items via Discord DMs, or purchase items in-game through Discord's account-linking system.
What You'll Be Doing
  • Building cross-platform purchase flows, social gifting experiences, and commerce surfaces that meet users where they already are - in voice, in chat, on mobile.
  • Collaborating with the other engineers on your team to write, review, and ship elegant and scalable code. You take pride in the fact that your code will be used by millions and millions of people!
  • Leading projects through the whole life cycle: scoping, designing, building, shipping, and iterating based on experiment results.
  • Working directly with game studio partners to understand their needs, answer technical questions, and improve the tools we build for them.
  • Collaborating closely with product, design, and game developers to cut through ambiguity on a product where the playbook is still being written.
  • Working with product managers, designers, and partner managers to cut through ambiguity and find the way forward.
  • Using your attention to detail to continually raise the quality bar of the software we write.

What you should have:
  • 5+ years experience as a software engineer.
  • Expertise with at least a couple parts of our tech stack: Python, Typescript/React, Elixir, Rust being the main areas. You are comfortable switching across stacks or learning new ones.
  • You have a sense for product and design. We don't operate in silos, and you'll be collaborating closely with cross-functional peers. You should be able to express opinions and collaborate to make something great.
  • Comfort with ambiguity and experimentation. This team ships A/B tests, reads results, and changes direction. You should be someone who thrives in that environment rather than waiting for a fully-baked spec.
  • You actively leverage AI coding tools to accelerate your productivity.

[Optional] Bonus Points
  • Experience with game development.
  • Experience with mobile development.
  • Experience leveraging a cloud platform (GCP, Amazon, or Azure) to serve as the backend infrastructure for a product.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $196,000 to $220,500 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity, or benefits.
Why Discord?
Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming. We're a multiplatform, multigenerational and multiplayer platform that helps people deepen their friendships around games and shared interests, and helps developers build and grow their businesses. We believe games give us a way to have fun with our favorite people, whether listening to music together or grinding in competitive matches for diamond rank. Join us in our mission! Your future is just a click away!
Discord is committed to inclusion and providing reasonable accommodations during the interview process. We want you to feel set up for success, so if you are in need of reasonable accommodations, please let your recruiter know.
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