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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior board game developer in the United States is $154,062.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,500.00 and $176,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Board Game Developer vs Game Designer?

AspectSenior Board Game DeveloperGame Designer
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in game design, computer science, or related field; experience in game developmentOften a degree in game design, art, or related field; strong creative portfolio
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with artists, programmers, and publishers in game studios or independent projectsWorks on concept creation, mechanics, and story development, often in studio or freelance settings
Industry UsageCommonly employed in game development companies focusing on digital or physical gamesUsed across both digital and physical game industries, focusing on game concept and mechanics

The main difference is that a Senior Board Game Developer focuses on the technical and production aspects of creating physical or digital board games, while a Game Designer emphasizes the creative and conceptual development of game mechanics and stories. Both roles require a strong understanding of game design principles, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ.

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Infographic showing various Senior Board Game Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $154,062 per year, or $74.1 per hour.

Senior Board Product Development Engineer

NVIDIA Gruppe

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$168 - $322/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

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Job description

At NVIDIA, we have been at the forefront of transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for over 25 years. Our legacy of innovation is fueled by our exceptional technology and amazing team of people. We are seeking a creative and experienced Senior Board Product Development Engineer to join our Operations Engineering team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful release of NVIDIA’s board and system products to high-volume manufacturing.

What you'll be doing:
  • Product Release to Manufacturing: Play a key role in releasing NVIDIA-designed board and system products to high-volume manufacturing.
  • Early Planning and Coordination: Represent Product Operations Engineering during early manufacturing test solution planning and align stakeholders on production release requirements.
  • Define scalable manufacturing test architectures, methodologies, processes, and system requirements for board- and server-level products across ARM and x86 platforms.
  • Develop and qualify test strategies, fixtures, and equipment for new product features, validating hardware test solutions for production deployment.
  • Partner with Mechanical, Thermal, Test, Hardware Design, Software, and Quality Engineering teams to drive DFX initiatives and factory release requirements.
  • Support factory builds and production ramps by debugging board- and system-level issues, collaborating with internal teams and external manufacturing partners.
  • Monitor end-to-end manufacturing test verification from board to system level, analyze production data, identify risks, and drive corrective actions to ensure release readiness.
  • Drive continuous improvement through new manufacturing test technologies, process optimization, international factory supports, and mentoring/developing engineering talents.
What we need to see:
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering – or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of relevant experience.
  • Extensive experience in hardware design analysis, prototype bring-up, failure verification, and manufacturing test support.
  • Extensive experience in high-volume board and system manufacturing process verification.
  • Strong understanding of board and system manufacturing test processes, quality systems, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical information clearly.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and developing engineering talent.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve manufacturing issues.
  • Able to travel to other countries for on-site factory product Builds supports (6 to 8 weeks per year)
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Master's degree in engineering.
  • Ability to think creatively and propose innovative solutions to manufacturing challenges.
  • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure high-quality production releases.
  • Proactive in identifying potential issues and driving solutions before they impact production.

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 258,750 USD for Level 4, and 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD for Level 5.

  • You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 1, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US