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Panic Button is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong ... Requirements * 3 years of game console (Xbox, Switch, PlayStation) experience * Deep understanding ...

Senior Software Engineer, Console

Austin, TX · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Panic Button is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong ... Requirements * 3 years of game console (Xbox, Switch, PlayStation) experience * Deep understanding ...

Senior Software Engineer, Console

Austin, TX · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Panic Button is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong ... Requirements * 3 years of game console (Xbox, Switch, PlayStation) experience * Deep understanding ...

Senior Software Engineer, Console

Austin, TX · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

Panic Button is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong ... Required : • 3 years of game console (Xbox, Switch, PlayStation) experience • Deep ...

Senior Software Engineer, Console

Austin, TX · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

Panic Button is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong ... Required : • 3 years of game console (Xbox, Switch, PlayStation) experience • Deep ...

As a Senior Software Engineer on our Platform Team, you will build highly scalable and resilient systems and help power our cutting-edge experiences on Android, iOS, Web, Roku, and Xbox. Fubo ...

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How much do senior xbox software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior xbox software engineer in the United States is $143,292.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,500.00 and $161,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Xbox Software Engineer vs Xbox Game Developer?

AspectSenior Xbox Software EngineerXbox Game Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, experience in software development, proficiency in C++/C#Bachelor's in Computer Science, experience in game development, proficiency in game engines like Unity or Unreal
Work EnvironmentDevelops system software, platform tools, and APIs for Xbox consoles and servicesCreates and designs video games for Xbox platforms, focusing on gameplay and graphics
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily employed by Microsoft or game studios working on Xbox hardware/softwareEmployed by game development studios or publishers targeting Xbox consoles

The main difference is that a Senior Xbox Software Engineer focuses on developing system software, platform tools, and APIs for Xbox hardware and services, while an Xbox Game Developer concentrates on creating video games for the Xbox platform. Both roles require technical expertise but serve different aspects of the gaming ecosystem.

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Senior Software Engineer, Console

Panic Button Games

Austin, TX

$100K - $200K/yr

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Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Console

Panic Button is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong focus on game porting to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working in software engineering teams in the video game industry, with recent and extensive experience in cross-platform console development.

Requirements:

  • 3 years of game console (Xbox, Switch, PlayStation) experience
  • Deep understanding of low-level console-specific (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo) optimizations and core subsystems, memory management, cross-platform development
  • Mastery of C/C++, with excellent multi-threaded programming techniques

Bonus:

  • Experience with console network development
  • Team lead experience
  • Unreal Engine 4 or 5 experience

Salary Range:

  • $100,000 - $200,000