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Video Game Programer Jobs in Batavia, IL (NOW HIRING)

Senior Software Engineer

Elgin, IL · On-site

$86K - $115K/yr

... video, audio, gaming, and computer devices worldwide. You should be open-minded, a quick learner ... You will work with multiple teams within our engineering team and across departments, including ...

... video, audio, gaming, and computer devices worldwide. You should be open-minded, a quick learner ... You will work with multiple teams within our engineering team and across departments, including ...

Collaborate with engineering on data pipelines and tracking frameworks * Translate analysis into ... Company and Culture GN delivers advanced audio, video, and gaming solutions that enhance ...

Join OceanComm's engineering team and help build undersea drones, intelligent sensors, and other ... live video feedback, a game changer for exploring the underwater world. Because radio waves ...

Join OceanComm's engineering team and help build undersea drones, intelligent sensors, and other ... live video feedback, a game changer for exploring the underwater world. Because radio waves ...

Lead Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$152K - $229K/yr

Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we're making it easier for ... Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology ...

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How much do video game programer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for video game programer in Batavia, IL is $94,433.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24,500.00 and $148,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Video Game Programmer vs Game Designer?

AspectVideo Game ProgrammerGame Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or related field, programming skillsBachelor's in Game Design, Creative skills, understanding of game mechanics
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, coding in programming languages, debuggingDesign teams, creating game concepts, storylines, and mechanics
Industry UsageDevelops the technical foundation of games, often working closely with designersCreates the overall game vision, gameplay, and user experience

While both roles are essential in game development, a Video Game Programmer focuses on coding and technical implementation, whereas a Game Designer concentrates on game concepts and player experience. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and collaboration within the industry.

What cities near Batavia, IL are hiring for Video Game Programer jobs?

Cities near Batavia, IL with the most Video Game Programer job openings:

Infographic showing various Video Game Programer job openings in Batavia, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 73% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 81% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,433 per year, or $45.4 per hour.

Senior Software Engineer

Elgin, IL • On-site

Teledyne FLIR LLC
IT Services • 1 - 5K employees

$86K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Design and test software for next generation Test and Measurement Tools

  • Contribute to User Interface software design and architecture for various video protocols

  • Work with the test engineer to validate features in a system test environment and reproduce/fix issues found in the field


Job description

Be visionary
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Our team at Teledyne LeCroy develops leading-edge test and measurement products. Businesses worldwide use our systems to create next-generation high-performance communication, consumer electronics, and computer products.
We are looking for an ambitious and talented Senior Software Engineer to be a driving member of the software development team and develop Qt based GUI for test equipment used by top engineers at all major manufactures of the latest video, audio, gaming, and computer devices worldwide.
You should be open-minded, a quick learner, and understand and define complex architectures and solutions.
Be part of our passionate team, and you get exposure to new products and technologies years before they reach the market. We have the pleasure of working with technology industry leaders from early specification to wide market adoption.
You will work with multiple teams within our engineering team and across departments, including Product Management, Sales, Application engineering, Operations and Validation teams.
Through hands-on learning, studying technical specifications, interacting with peers and end-users, and mentoring, you will extend your expertise in serial data protocols and in our instruments that test and validate these protocols, enabling you to be part of a leading expert team in this field.
Responsibilities:
Design and test software for next generation Test and Measurement Tools:
  • Contribute to User Interface software design and architecture for various video protocols.
  • Write efficient and scalable code using Qt/QML/C++.
  • Document the design and review with the rest of the team.
  • Participate in events hosted by various Video standard groups.
  • Work with the test engineer to validate your features in a whole system test environment.

Work with customer support to reproduce and fix issues found in the field:
  • Reproduce customer environment to reproduce any failures found in the field.
  • Determine the root cause and update the test procedures accordingly.

Requirements:
  • Demonstrated expertise developing software for embedded platforms in Qt and C++ (typically 7+ years of experience).
  • Linux multi-threaded development experience is required.
  • UX experience is must.
  • 3+ years of significant Qt and QML experience.
  • Excellent software engineering skills including architectural definition, task identification, design, implementation, and test - from concept through maintenance.
  • Must be comfortable working with hardware development engineers and interfacing to custom hardware devices, including interrupt driven interfaces.
  • A background using an efficient development process for high quality deliverables is needed.
  • Strong commitment to teamwork and good communication skills.
  • BSCS, BSCE, or BSEE degree.

Desirable Skills:
  • Experience programming with Java, and/or Python.
  • Linux kernel-level experience.
  • Network/TCP/IP protocol experience.

Salary Range:
$86,700.00-$115,600.000
The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.