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Skydance

Principal Engineer

Santa Monica, CA · Remote

$217K - $246K/yr

Skydance Games , a division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, is building the future of ... Currently we can hire remote candidates with legal residence in Arizona, California, Florida ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

Knowledge of game engine architecture and algorithms. * Understanding of testing strategies for ... Remote roles in the US are only available to candidates that reside in the following states:

Skydance

Principal Engineer

Seattle, WA · Remote

$217K - $246K/yr

Skydance Games , a division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, is building the future of ... Currently we can hire remote candidates with legal residence in Arizona, California, Florida ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$118.80K - $217.80K/yr

Knowledge of game engine architecture and algorithms. * Understanding of testing strategies for ... Remote roles in the US are only available to candidates that reside in the following states:

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$118.80K - $217.80K/yr

Knowledge of game engine architecture and algorithms. * Understanding of testing strategies for ... Remote roles in the US are only available to candidates that reside in the following states:

Onebrief, Inc

Staff Game Play Engineer, Battle Road

$205K - $255K/yr

Onebrief operates as an all-remote company, though many of our employees work alongside our ... About the Role As a Staff Gameplay Engineer, you'll be a senior technical leader on the AtomEngine ...

Weekday AI

Python Game Developer

$50 - $120/hr

Python Game Developer (Panda3D) Job Type: Contract Location ... Remote Job Summary: In this position, you will utilize your expertise to assist in training the ...

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Weekday AI

Game Developer - Java libGDX

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Remote Become a part of our client's energetic team as a Java Game Developer (libGDX), where you will create captivating 2D and 3D cross-platform games. Utilizing Java and the open-source libGDX ...

Azumo

Senior Unity Engineer Azumo is looking for a Senior Unity Engineer to architect, develop, and optimize immersive gaming experiences and interactive 3D applications. The position is FULLY REMOTE ...

Zwift

Senior Software Engineer 2, Game Systems

$128K - $204K/yr

Remote- Eligible US Locations About the role and about you: As Senior Software Engineer, Game Systems, you'll work with a team of talented engineers to ensure that Zwift customers have a smooth ...

Zwift

Senior Software Engineer 2, Game Systems

$128K - $204K/yr

Remote - eligible US locations About the role and about you: As Senior Software Engineer, Game Systems, you'll work with a team of talented engineers to ensure that Zwift customers have a smooth ...

Alignerr

$50 - $65/hr

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role -- work from anywhere in Brazil on your own schedule ... Professional background in game development or interactive media * Experience reviewing, mentoring ...

Jobgether

$80.20K - $93.40K/yr

The environment is highly autonomous and remote-first, giving you the freedom to manage your ... developers * Deliver stable, production-ready game builds aligned with technical and product ...

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How much do remote game engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote game engineer in the United States is $141,941.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Game Engineer vs Remote Software Developer?

AspectRemote Game EngineerRemote Software Developer
Required SkillsGame development, C++, Unity, Unreal EngineGeneral programming, Java, Python, C#
Work EnvironmentGame studios, remote teams focused on gaming projectsVarious industries including tech, finance, healthcare
Industry UsagePrimarily in gaming and entertainmentBroad, across multiple sectors
CertificationsOptional game development certifications, programming skillsGeneral software development certifications

Remote Game Engineers focus on creating and optimizing video games using specialized tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, often within gaming companies. Remote Software Developers have a broader scope, working on various software applications across industries. While both roles require strong programming skills, Remote Game Engineers need specific experience in game design and engines, whereas Remote Software Developers may work on web, mobile, or enterprise software.

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Infographic showing various Remote Game Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 39% Physical, and 61% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $141,941 per year, or $68.2 per hour.
Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer

Skydance

Santa Monica, CA • Remote

$217K - $246K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Skydance Games, a division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, is building the future of franchise-driven interactive entertainment. As part of a global storytelling company defined by iconic worlds and multigenerational fandom, we see gaming not as an extension of our brands, but as one of the most powerful ways their stories come to life and evolve alongside the audiences who love them.
Through creativity, collaboration, and trust, we empower our teams to push boundaries and turn bold ideas into experiences that resonate with fans around the world.
Do you want to craft games that challenge expectations and inspire players? Come build something extraordinary with us.  
 
For more information on how we process your personal information, please review the Privacy policy located at https://privacy.paramount.com/recruitment-privacy-notice.
 
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Skydance is looking for a Principal Game Engineer skilled in working with creative teams to 
architect key game features and frameworks. The Principal Engineer plays a critical role in 
driving innovation and ensuring that the organization stays at the forefront of technology 
trends. This role does not manage or have direct reports or are responsible for employment 
decisions. The Principal Engineer is considered a craft/thought leader, responsible for 
technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to other members of the team, and is 
recognized as an industry leader or master performer in exercising their competencies.
 
*Currently we can hire remote candidates with legal residence in Arizona, California, Florida, Michigan, New York,Texas, Washington and Canada.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement new game features from scratch using a combination of C++, Blueprints, and other tools.
  • Collaborate with designers, artists, and audio developers to iterate on and refine key game systems.
  • Take ownership of major systems, maintain development schedules, and drive implementation tasks at all levels of complexity.
  • Developing and guide technology development using modular approaches for use across multiple titles.
Qualifications
  • Multiple years of professional experience with several shipped games.
  • Extensive experience with Unreal Engine, modifying and creating custom tech to extend the engine’s feature set.
  • Deep understanding of the challenges with modern game development, with proven history of building new technology to help teams overcome these challenges
  • Self-motivated and self-directing, willing to pitch in areas of development beyond direct responsibilities.
  • Experience providing feedback and guidance to other engineers – helping them stay on track and true to the overall vision of the game.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $217,000 – $246,000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors.  The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc. 
 
We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description. 
 
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Paramount, a Skydance Corporation is a diversified media company creating high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive/games, and animation divisions.
 
 
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