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Remote Indie Games Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mountain View, SF/Bay: $200,400 - $260,500 Bellevue, Seattle, NYC, Remote CA: $178,300 - $231,800 ... The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console ...

Hybrid Remote, Singapore Full time JOBREQ-2616263 The gaming industry has evolved from a retail ... The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console ...

... NYC, Remote CA: $202,800 - $304,200 Rest of US: $179,500 - 269,300 This range reflects the ... The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console ...

Expertise leading remote teams using Agile development methodologies * Familiarity with when and ... The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console ...

Mountain View, SF/Bay: $117,000 - $152,000 gross USD Bellevue, Seattle, NYC, Remote CA: $104,100 ... The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console ...

... game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute ... This is a remote position open to candidates anywhere in the US, with the ability to travel to our ...

... game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute ... This is a remote position open to candidates anywhere in the US, with the ability to travel to our ...

Account Coordinator, Sports

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$57K - $60K/yr

... smallest of indie films to the largest blockbuster studio releases; television sit-coms to ... This role is remote and will work east coast hours (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET). The right candidate for ...

Account Coordinator, Sports

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$57K - $60K/yr

... smallest of indie films to the largest blockbuster studio releases; television sit-coms to ... This role is remote and will work east coast hours (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET). The right candidate for ...

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How much do remote indie games jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote indie games in the United States is $20.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote indie game developer?

Remote indie game developers are professionals or small teams who create independent video games while working from locations outside of traditional offices, often from their homes. These developers typically handle many aspects of game creation themselves, such as design, programming, and art, and often publish their games without the backing of a major publisher. Working remotely allows for flexibility, collaboration across time zones, and the ability to participate in a global indie game development community. Indie games are known for their creativity, unique art styles, and innovative gameplay, often standing out from mainstream titles.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a remote indie game developer?

To thrive as a remote Indie Game Developer, you need strong programming skills, game design knowledge, and a portfolio of completed projects, often supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Proficiency with engines like Unity or Unreal, version control systems such as Git, and digital collaboration tools is typically required. Creativity, self-motivation, and effective communication are essential soft skills for coordinating with remote teams and managing project timelines. These skills are crucial for delivering high-quality games independently while collaborating effectively from different locations.

What are common challenges faced by remote indie game developers, and how can they be addressed?

Remote indie game developers often encounter challenges such as effective team communication across time zones, maintaining motivation without in-person collaboration, and managing limited resources for both development and marketing. To address these hurdles, teams typically rely on regular video meetings, clear project management tools, and online collaboration platforms to stay organized and connected. Proactively scheduling check-ins and fostering a supportive online community within the team can also help sustain engagement and creativity throughout the game's development cycle.

What is the difference between Remote Indie Games vs Remote Game Designer?

AspectRemote Indie GamesRemote Game Designer
Required SkillsCreative coding, storytelling, basic art skillsGame mechanics, level design, storytelling
Work EnvironmentIndependent, small teams, flexible schedulesStudio or freelance, collaborative or solo work
Industry UsageIndie game development, small studios, personal projectsGame development companies, studios, freelance projects

Remote Indie Games typically involve developing small-scale, creative projects independently or in small teams, focusing on innovation and personal vision. Remote Game Designers often work within larger teams or studios, focusing on designing gameplay, mechanics, and levels. While both roles require creativity and a passion for gaming, Indie Developers tend to have broader skill sets, whereas Game Designers specialize in game design elements.

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Infographic showing various Remote Indie Games job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,561 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Staff Product Manager, Unity AI

Unitytech

Mountain View, CA • On-site, Remote

$157K - $205K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted yesterday


Job description

The opportunity

At Unity, we're shaping the future of real-time 3D creation by making game development more accessible than ever. Our next-generation human-in-the-loop agentic AI, goal-directed, adaptive, and capable of reasoning and planning in dynamic environments, is redefining how creators bring their ideas to life.

Unity AI is built to democratize game development the way modern tools transformed video creation: if you have an idea, you can make a game, guided by an agent that plans, executes, and iterates with you. For professionals, we aim to deliver a step-change in efficiency with 10x productivity gains, faster iteration cycles, and richer creative exploration. As this vision scales, we expect a 10x-100x increase in high-quality games, and a new era of digital entertainment.

We're looking for a Staff Product Manager to join the Unity AI product team and take ownership within a fast-growing portfolio: our AI Assistant (now in beta) with deeper native integration into the Unity Hub on the way, new agentic AI experiences that open game creation to aspiring and AI-native creators, and emerging workstreams in AI-powered playtesting and world models. You'll join us at a moment where new products ship constantly, and you will help shape which problems we solve next.

What you'll be doing
  • Own product vision, strategy, and roadmap for one or more Unity AI workstreams, balancing near-term iteration with bold long-term innovation.

  • Partner with engineering, design, and ML teams to design and deliver agentic AI-powered workflows that simplify game creation.

  • Drive rapid, iterative releases informed by user feedback in a fast-paced environment.

  • Define what a great AI experience looks like, including evaluations and benchmarks that guide product quality.

  • Leverage market insight and user research to deeply understand creators' needs, from professional game developers to AI-native hobbyists.

  • Collaborate across Unity's ecosystem, aligning with teams in our Create and Grow divisions to deliver a unified product experience.

  • Lead multi-functional collaboration, aligning diverse key decision makers and guiding teams through ambiguity toward impactful outcomes.

What we're looking for
  • Extensive daily use of AI products in a professional work environment, along with a deep passion for and experience with vibe coding.

  • Demonstrated success building products from initial concept (0) through launch (1), owning them end to end.

  • Strong track record in Product Management, with the ability to operate at staff level and above.

  • Experience writing and managing evaluations for AI products.

  • Deep empathy for creators, with a customer-obsessed mindset and passion for democratizing game development.

  • Strong skills in prioritization, problem-solving, and navigating ambiguity to deliver high-impact outcomes.

  • Passion for games: industry experience, hands-on game creation, or games you've built yourself (including AI-assisted).

You might also have
  • Experience with GenAI products in gaming or adjacent industries, or benchmarking experience for AI systems.

  • Background in game development with hands-on Unity experience.

  • Solid grasp of AI/ML concepts and frameworks, particularly agentic and generative AI.

Mountain View, SF/Bay: $200,400 - $260,500
Bellevue, Seattle, NYC, Remote CA: $178,300 - $231,800
Rest of US: $157,800 - $205,200

This range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for equity awards and participation in our company incentive plans (such as annual discretionary bonuses or sales commissions). The final offer amount will depend on several factors, including geographic location and the candidate's relevant experience, professional background, and skill set.


Benefits


At Unity, we want our team members to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance.


Please note: Benefits eligibility, specific offerings, and coverage vary based on the country and employment status.


While specific benefits vary, here are some of the ways we strive to take care of our eligible team members globally: Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance | Commute subsidy | Employee stock ownership | Competitive retirement/pension plans | Generous vacation and personal days | Support for new parents through leave and family-care programs | Office food snacks | Mental Health and Wellbeing programs and support | Employee Resource Groups | Global Employee Assistance Program | Training and development programs | Volunteering and donation matching program


Life at Unity


Unity [NYSE: U] is the world's leading game engine, powering play for more than 3 billion consumers each month. The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console games, and virtually all of the top XR and Web Games are developed, deployed, and grown in Unity. Unity also enables teams across industries like automotive, manufacturing, and healthcare to design, simulate, and collaborate in 3D - closing the gap between ideas and reality. For more information, please visit www.unity.com.


Unity is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment and celebrate our employees across age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our differences are strengths that enable us to support the growing and evolving needs of our customers, partners, and collaborators. If you have a disability that means there are preparations or accommodations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please fill out this form to let us know.


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