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Remote Contract Game Developer Jobs in Edmonds, WA

Games For Love

Esports Streamer

Lynnwood, WA · Remote

... remote * Massive networking opportunities with 500+ members of our community * Level up your skills * Make a big impact in the world * Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers

Games For Love

Esports Streamer

Lynnwood, WA · On-site +1

... remote * Massive networking opportunities with 500+ members of our community * Level up your skills * Make a big impact in the world * Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers

Hardsuit Labs

Technical Artist (Mid - Senior)

Seattle, WA · Remote

$130K - $155K/yr

... game designer, or software engineer. Job Details * Job Title: Technical Artist * Reports to: Studio Art & Animation Director * Department: Art * Work Location: Fully Remote * Employment status ...

Hardsuit Labs

Technical Artist (Mid - Senior)

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$144K - $173K/yr

... game designer, or software engineer. Job Details * Job Title: Technical Artist * Reports to: Studio Art & Animation Director * Department: Art * Work Location: Fully Remote * Employment status ...

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How much do remote contract game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote contract game developer in Edmonds, WA is $119,115.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $136,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Contract Game Developer vs Remote Full-Time Game Developer?

AspectRemote Contract Game DeveloperRemote Full-Time Game Developer
CredentialsPortfolio, relevant experience, possibly specific software certificationsPortfolio, relevant experience, possibly specific software certifications
Work EnvironmentProject-based, flexible hours, short-term contractsCompany-employed, fixed schedule, ongoing employment
Employer & Industry UsageFreelance platforms, indie studios, larger game companies for specific projectsGame studios, publishers, tech companies with permanent teams

Remote Contract Game Developers typically work on a project basis with flexible hours, often through freelance platforms or for specific projects. In contrast, Remote Full-Time Game Developers are employed directly by companies with a fixed schedule and ongoing employment. Both roles require similar skills and credentials but differ mainly in employment type and work structure.

What cities near Edmonds, WA are hiring for Remote Contract Game Developer jobs? Cities near Edmonds, WA with the most Remote Contract Game Developer job openings:
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Infographic showing various Remote Contract Game Developer job openings in Edmonds, WA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,115 per year, or $57.3 per hour.

Mobile Game Production Mentor

Games For Love

Lynnwood, WA • Remote

Part-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Games for Love is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that works to ease suffering, save lives, and create sustainable futures for children. We believe in the concept of "distraction therapy" and bring the joy of gaming into the lives of our junior gamers in hospitals around the country. We plan to help 10 million kids in the next 5 years. We have a healthy ecosystem to achieve that goal with your intelligent contribution.

Job Description

Role: Volunteer- Mobile Game Production Mentor
We are seeking a Volunteer Mobile Game Production Mentor to join our Flight of the Fluffle Community Game Project. It's a mobile game where players collect power ups, gain altitude and defeat monsters in a new take on a classic endless runner adventure. You will mentor the game development team to understand the requirements, translating design ideas and concepts to build an engaging game.


Responsibilities

  • Guides game development team from ideation to post-launch support

  • Takes ownership of entire features, components and manages the full product/game life cycle

  • Tracks and implements improvement plans to drive efficiency

  • Provides technical assistance for modeling and mechanics of the game

  • Manages a direct staff of project leaders and mentoring/supporting junior level leadership within the department

  • Takes pride in developing and growing team members

  • Practices growth mindset in mentoring and supporting the team members

  • Partner with other departments, this role requires a candidate with excellent communication skills, a proactive attitude, and a good team ethic to unify a common vision


Requirements

  • Volunteer a minimum of 2-4 hrs. per week at your convenience for at least 6 months

  • Strong project and people management skills

  • 5+ years of experience in a leadership or project management role

  • 5+ Experience with programming in C#

  • 5+ Experience with full-cycle mobile game development with Unity

  • An understanding and appreciation for project schedule and deadlines, and efficient game development processes

  • Has made mobile games, released them into the wild and had successful launches

  • Have shipped at least one title or more

  • Actively foresees risks, manages timely communication, and mitigates with stakeholders

Qualifications

Qualifying Attitude

  • You want to be part of something great that positively impacts society, especially in times of crisis
  • You are proactive to collaborate remotely
Additional Information

Benefits

  • Work from anywhere on earth - 100% remote 
  • Massive networking opportunities with 500+ members of our community
  • Level up your skills
  • OPT & CPT programs
  • Make a big impact in the world
  • Have lots of fun partnering with passionate game developers
  • Join the mastermind group and learn from top game developers
  • Volunteer recognition & awards

Games for Love is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

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