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Discord

Senior Software Engineer, Ads

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$196K - $220K/yr

Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming, and we are focused on making it ... Expertise with Python and/or Rust, Typescript, React, React Native * Experience in the ad space

Socket.dev

$166 - $243/hr

ENGINEERING - EPIC GAMES SERVICES What We Do Driving the plug-in power behind Unreal Engine 5. We ... Rust * Owned and shipped large initiatives that require coordination across multiple teams

Penn Interactive

Staff Software Developer

$170K - $220K/yr

From casinos and racetracks to online gaming, sports betting and entertainment content, we deliver ... Comfortable working across a polyglot codebase that includes Elixir, Java, Rust, and TypeScript

Discord

Senior Software Engineer, Ads

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$196K - $220K/yr

... tools for game developers, players, and Discord. Join us in shaping the future of digital ... Expertise with Python and/or Rust, Typescript, React, React Native * Experience in the ad space

teamLFG

Staff Services Engineer

OR · On-site +1

Are you on a mission to create games that bond players together into deeply invested communities ... Ability to write, debug, and maintain code in Rust * Embrace a "we" culture in addition to being an ...

Nvidia

Senior Software Engineer, Developer Tools for Cloud

OR · On-site +1

$54.50 - $72/hr

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than ... Fluency in C++, Rust, or Go (with willingness to write some features in C++). Track record of ...

NVIDIA Corporation

$184 - $287/hr

JR2011154NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for ... Fluency in C++, Rust, or Go (with willingness to write some features in C++).* Track record of ...

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How much do rust game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for rust game developer in the United States is $108,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Rust game developer?

A Rust Game Developer is a software engineer who specializes in creating video games using the Rust programming language. Rust is known for its emphasis on safety, performance, and concurrency, making it increasingly popular for game development. These developers work on various aspects of game creation, including game mechanics, graphics, networking, and optimization. They may use game engines that support Rust, such as Bevy or Amethyst, and often collaborate with designers, artists, and other programmers to bring games to life.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Rust game developer?

To thrive as a Rust Game Developer, you need proficiency in the Rust programming language, a solid understanding of game development principles, and experience with real-time systems and graphics programming. Familiarity with game engines (like Bevy or Godot with Rust bindings), version control systems (such as Git), and knowledge of ECS (Entity Component System) architecture are typically required. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and adaptability help you innovate and work effectively within a development team. These skills ensure efficient, safe, and high-performance game creation, meeting the demands of modern game development.

What are some common challenges faced by Rust game developers when collaborating with multidisciplinary teams?

Rust Game Developers often work closely with artists, designers, and other programmers, each with different skill sets and workflows. One common challenge is ensuring seamless integration between Rust codebases and assets created in tools that may not natively support Rust. Clear communication, well-defined interfaces, and consistent documentation are crucial for bridging these gaps. Additionally, Rust’s strict safety and concurrency features can require extra onboarding for team members less familiar with the language, but these same features help maintain code quality in the long run.
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Infographic showing various Rust Game Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,471 per year, or $52.1 per hour.

Senior Engine Programmer, Unreal Cloud Services

Epic Games

Cary, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?
At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
ENGINEERING - UNREAL ENGINE
What We Do
Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of engineering experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.
What You'll Do
Join Unreal Cloud Services, the team behind Lore (Epic's next-generation, open-source version control system built for the future of game development). You'll work at the boundary between editor and cloud, making distributed workflows, collaboration, and version control feel like a natural part of the creator experience. As Unreal evolves toward UE6, you'll help bring these capabilities together into a cohesive editor experience.
In this role, you will
  • Build Unreal Editor features that bring cloud-based collaboration into everyday creator workflows
  • Implement responsive editor experiences that interact with asynchronous and distributed servi
  • Work across editor, networking, storage, revision control, and UX systems to make cloud-backed workflows feel natural to Unreal Engi
  • Partner with Product and UX teams to turn product ideas into clear, practical, and polished editor experiences
  • Collaborate with backend and infrastructure engineers on features that span the editor and cloud services
  • Use modern development practices, including AI-assisted programming, to improve implementation, debugging, and iteration
What we're looking for
  • Strong C++ skills and experience working in a large native codebase
  • Experience building user-facing tools, editor features, and complex interactive workflows
  • Experience building clients that interact with asynchronous or networked services
  • Strong understanding of parallelism, networking, latency, and failure handling
  • Strong eye for user experience and how technical behavior affects creator workflows
  • Experience working closely with Product, UX, and engineering teams to ship features
  • Experience with Unreal Engine, another game engine, or comparable tools development
  • Experience with Rust is a plus
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE
Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.
Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.
ABOUT US
Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.
Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!
Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

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