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Technical Game Designer Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a ... Provides technical support to customers on operational or maintenance aspects of system equipment.

Manager, Data Center

Solon, OH · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a ... This position is the main technical interface for the customer, internal departments and corporate ...

We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a ... This position is the main technical interface for the customer, internal departments and corporate ...

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How much do technical game designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical game designer in Ohio is $76,307.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,800.00 and $87,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a technical game designer?

A Technical Game Designer bridges the gap between design and engineering, using scripting or programming to implement gameplay mechanics, systems, and features. They collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to prototype ideas, optimize workflows, and solve technical challenges. Their role often involves working with game engines, creating tools, and ensuring that designs are both fun and technically feasible. This position requires both creative problem-solving and technical skills to bring game concepts to life efficiently.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a technical game designer?

A Technical Game Designer’s daily tasks often include prototyping new gameplay mechanics, creating or tweaking scripts to implement interactive elements, and working closely with both designers and engineers to refine features. They may also review and test game systems to ensure functionality and balance, as well as document their work for future iterations and team reference. Communication and collaboration with art, programming, and QA teams are regular parts of the workflow. This role offers a dynamic mix of creative design and technical problem-solving, making every day both challenging and rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the technical game designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Game Designer, you need a strong background in game design principles, scripting or programming (such as C#, C++, or visual scripting), and a solid understanding of game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, often supported by a degree in game design, computer science, or a related field. Proficiency with industry-standard tools for prototyping, version control systems (e.g., Git), and sometimes familiarity with middleware or content pipeline processes are typically required. Collaboration, creative problem-solving, and effective communication with interdisciplinary teams are crucial soft skills for this position. These abilities enable Technical Game Designers to effectively translate design concepts into playable experiences, ensure smooth cross-team workflows, and contribute to high-quality game development.

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Infographic showing various Technical Game Designer job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,307 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Field Service Technician I - Tucson, AZ

Scientific Games

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Scientific Games rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 15 rated gambling companies


Job description

Scientific Games:

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.

Position Summary

Location: Tucson, AZ & Surrounding Areas

What you will be doing:

If the idea of speaking to customers and addressing their Lottery machine service break-fix, installation and preventative maintenance needs appeals to you then we'd love to hear from you at Scientific Games. We are hiring field service professionals, no lottery industry experience required. Scientific Games is a different kind of Service Company, where we put making sure our staff has all the tools and training to complete the job the first time our number one priority. Customer first focused, from customer service training and Lottery equipment including to company-paid uniforms, shoes, mobile phone, competitive pay, vehicle, safety benefits, and excellent health, paid holidays and PTO (Paid Time Off) dental and vision benefits.

If we are a good fit you will spend your days caring for customer needs and looking after any concerns they may have about their lottery equipment service. You'll help them resolve equipment and communication concerns, new installations and preventative maintenance needs identifying their lottery care needs and make recommendations on providing the best services. You'll be part of a team that is customer service focused on creating revenue and keeping customers selling lottery tickets.

We'll teach you all kinds of cool stuff in this exciting industry of Lottery! You will learn all about lottery terminals, IT communications, software, and providing the best customer service. You will enjoy independence as well as support, because you'll be working with a team of like-minded, positive service professionals who will help support you in achieving your weekly service goals.

Working with Scientific Games means good compensation, respect from your employer, opportunities to advance, an outstanding group of people to work with, and plenty of engaging, rewarding technical and customer service work.

Job Duties:

  • Performs client-site servicing, repair and/or installation of company product(s).
  • May include any aspect of product field support, including system hardware and software, medical or laboratory devices and equipment, and systems networking.
  • Provides technical support to customers on operational or maintenance aspects of system equipment.
  • Serves as customer contact on technical and service related problems.
  • Diagnoses mechanical, hardware, software and systems failures using established procedures.
  • Determines most cost effective repair/resolution to minimize customer downtime. Reports for analysis of product failure trends and service ability issues.
  • Be able to work well with others in a team environment
  • Have an excellent attitude and be able to work under pressure with limited supervision
  • *Shift start is at 8am no-negotiable*
Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • An understanding of and experience with troubleshooting computer software and hardware technologies

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills, with proven technical and customer satisfaction skills

  • Promptly respond to customer/management request and feedback.

  • Proven self-starter with motivation and ability

  • Great organization and time management skills that allow you to handle

  • multiple responsibilities efficiently and promptly

  • Strong judgement and problem solving skills to determine most cost effective repair/resolution to minimize customer downtime

  • Ability to prepare and analyze reports to identify product failure trends and

  • service ability issues

  • Ability to lift, install and move large self-service equipment (Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds)

  • On occasion climbing ladders

  • High School Diploma or equivalency

  • Pass background check and a clean driving record (No more than 3 speeding tickets in the last 5 years).

Education

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalency.

Years of Related Experience

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. If your position requires you to work in the field, production, and/or warehouse, it is mandatory that you use the approved Personal Protective Equipment.

Work Conditions

  • Scientific Games, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, "SG") are engaged in highly regulated lottery businesses. As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.
    This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.

SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.


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