Austin, TX · On-site
$138K - $171K/yr
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 rendering techniques. Responsibilities ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$138K - $171K/yr
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 rendering techniques. Responsibilities ...
Austin, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Austin, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Lubbock, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Lubbock, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Sugar Land, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Sugar Land, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
College Station, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
College Station, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Plano, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Plano, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
El Paso, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
El Paso, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Corpus Christi, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Corpus Christi, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Mckinney, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Mckinney, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Fort Worth, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Fort Worth, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
San Marcos, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
San Marcos, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Missouri City, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Missouri City, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Brownsville, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Brownsville, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Arlington, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Arlington, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Amarillo, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Amarillo, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Irving, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Irving, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Pearland, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Pearland, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Edinburg, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Edinburg, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Round Rock, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Round Rock, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Dallas, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
Dallas, TX · Remote
$18 - $40/hr
What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...
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As a video game software engineer, you program video games for a computer or console system. You collaborate with designers who create a concept and design the look and feel of the game, write code to create the characters and mechanics, and implement troubleshooting tools and processes to test for bugs before the game’s release. If necessary, you fix any issues in the code while sticking to project deadlines. You carry out your duties and responsibilities alongside a team of gaming designers, programmers, and project managers to help the project move smoothly from start to finish.
| Aspect | Video Game Software Engineer | Game Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field; programming skills | Bachelor's in Computer Science, Game Design, or related; programming and design skills |
| Work Environment | Game studios, tech companies, independent projects | Game studios, freelance, indie development |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used interchangeably in industry; focuses on software development | Broader term; includes design, storytelling, and programming |
While both roles involve programming and work within the gaming industry, a Video Game Software Engineer primarily focuses on coding, system architecture, and technical implementation. A Game Developer often encompasses a broader scope, including game design, storytelling, and project management. The roles overlap significantly, but the engineer is more technically specialized in software development.
$138K - $171K/yr
Full-time
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Pc games
11 - 50 Employees
Austin, TX, US
2007
