Chicago, IL · On-site
$40/hr
Unity Game Developer Location: Remote (Chicago area is a huge plus!) Compensation: Paid trial contract with potential conversion to part-time Hours: Flexible, with a focus on prototyping games for ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$40/hr
Unity Game Developer Location: Remote (Chicago area is a huge plus!) Compensation: Paid trial contract with potential conversion to part-time Hours: Flexible, with a focus on prototyping games for ...
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Oak Lawn, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Oak Lawn, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Naperville, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Naperville, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Highland Park, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Highland Park, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Des Plaines, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Des Plaines, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Lake Forest, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Lake Forest, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Schaumburg, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Schaumburg, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Skokie, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Skokie, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Evanston, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Evanston, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Wheaton, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Wheaton, IL · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$90 - $130/hr
Product -- hyper-casual mobile games where every visual detail matters -- satisfying effects ... Unity/HLSL (Unreal/GLSL also fine), understanding of mobile GPU Fully remote, flexible schedule ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$90 - $130/hr
Product -- hyper-casual mobile games where every visual detail matters -- satisfying effects ... Unity/HLSL (Unreal/GLSL also fine), understanding of mobile GPU Fully remote, flexible schedule ...
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Provide architectural guidance for game engine technologies, including Unity, Godot, proprietary ... Support adoption of modern engineering practices including automated testing, DevOps, CI/CD ...
Provide architectural guidance for game engine technologies, including Unity, Godot, proprietary ... Support adoption of modern engineering practices including automated testing, DevOps, CI/CD ...
$98K - $145K/yr
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... developer. Our mission is to "Connect the World through Games" by building a truly social ... Mobile development experience with a focus on Unity, iOS, and/or Android * Experience in Javascript ...
$98K - $145K/yr
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... developer. Our mission is to "Connect the World through Games" by building a truly social ... Mobile development experience with a focus on Unity, iOS, and/or Android * Experience in Javascript ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $172K/yr
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Job Summary As a Senior Advanced Software Engineer at Light & Wonder, you will be a key contributor ... Direct experience working on Unity, Unreal or a comparable commercial game engine. Knowledge ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $172K/yr
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Job Summary As a Senior Advanced Software Engineer at Light & Wonder, you will be a key contributor ... Direct experience working on Unity, Unreal or a comparable commercial game engine. Knowledge ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
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Job Summary As a Senior Advanced Software Engineer at Light & Wonder, you will be a key contributor ... Direct experience working on Unity, Unreal or a comparable commercial game engine. Knowledge ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$150K - $172K/yr
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Job Summary As a Senior Advanced Software Engineer at Light & Wonder, you will be a key contributor ... Direct experience working on Unity, Unreal or a comparable commercial game engine. Knowledge ...
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Prepare and implement assets in the game engine, partnering with technical artists and engineers. * Accomplished expert in creating user interfaces in Unity. * Set up Figma Design Systems that are ...
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Prepare and implement assets in the game engine, partnering with technical artists and engineers. * Accomplished expert in creating user interfaces in Unity. * Set up Figma Design Systems that are ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$117K - $141K/yr
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... and unforgettable gaming experiences -powered by worldclass content , strong technical and ... Experience with Databricks Unity Catalog, Workflows, Delta Lake, Delta Live Tables or Lakeflow ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$117K - $141K/yr
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... and unforgettable gaming experiences -powered by worldclass content , strong technical and ... Experience with Databricks Unity Catalog, Workflows, Delta Lake, Delta Live Tables or Lakeflow ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$130K - $156K/yr
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Work with engineering and art teams to develop custom shaders from scratch * Work across several ... game engine scripting (ex. Unity, Unreal, Proprietary Engine) * Portfolio demonstrating the ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$130K - $156K/yr
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Work with engineering and art teams to develop custom shaders from scratch * Work across several ... game engine scripting (ex. Unity, Unreal, Proprietary Engine) * Portfolio demonstrating the ...
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A Unity Game Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing games using the Unity engine. They write code in C#, implement game mechanics, work with assets like animations and physics, and collaborate with designers and artists. Their role also includes debugging, performance optimization, and ensuring a smooth player experience across different platforms, such as PC, mobile, and consoles.
Unity Game Developers typically spend their days designing, coding, and testing gameplay features, integrating art and audio assets, and identifying as well as fixing bugs within the Unity engine. They often collaborate with designers, artists, and other programmers to ensure that all game elements function harmoniously and meet design specifications. Daily work may also include optimizing game performance, attending team meetings to discuss project updates, and reviewing feedback to continuously improve the game's quality. This collaborative and iterative workflow helps bring creative visions to life while maintaining technical excellence and schedule alignment.
To thrive as a Unity Game Developer, you need strong skills in C# programming, 3D/2D game development concepts, and a solid understanding of computer graphics and physics, often supported by a degree in computer science, game development, or a related field. Familiarity with the Unity engine, version control systems like Git, and experience with debugging and optimization tools are typically required, and Unity certifications can be an asset. Creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills, as is the capacity to communicate ideas clearly within multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure efficient and innovative game development, timely project delivery, and smooth collaboration in dynamic, iterative environments.
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Pay: $40/hour
Role: Unity Game Developer
Location: Remote (Chicago area is a huge plus!)
Compensation: Paid trial contract with potential conversion to part-time
Hours: Flexible, with a focus on prototyping games for rapid testing in the classroom (1-3 days per prototype)
Key ResponsibilitiesWe look forward to hearing from individuals passionate about building games and making a positive impact on the future of music education!
