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Description The Game Developer is responsible for creating slot game front-end client software using our internal game engine. The Game Developer will act in both a project owner and project support ...
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Greenville, NC · On-site
$80 - $120/hr
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Greenville, NC · On-site
$80 - $120/hr
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$77 - $111/hr
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Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$77 - $111/hr
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$38 - $40/hr
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New York, NY · On-site
$38 - $40/hr
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$120K - $160K/yr
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Plymouth, MI · On-site
$120K - $160K/yr
Stardock is currently seeking a talented Senior Game Developer. The ideal candidate is well versed in C++, has shipped titles in the past and loves strategy games. This is a salaried, full-time ...
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$80 - $110/hr
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$80 - $110/hr
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Senior Game Developer
Plymouth, MI · On-site
$120K - $160K/yr
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Senior Game Developer
Plymouth, MI · On-site
$120K - $160K/yr
Stardock is currently seeking a talented Senior Game Developer. The ideal candidate is well versed in C++, has shipped titles in the past and loves strategy games. This is a salaried, full-time ...
$68.77 - $94.56/hr
... Game Developer to join the co-founders of the company. 💻 What You'll Do * Full-Stack Magic : Own the development of HTML5 video slots, leveraging our top-tier framework for complete game creation.
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$68.77 - $94.56/hr
... Game Developer to join the co-founders of the company. 💻 What You'll Do * Full-Stack Magic : Own the development of HTML5 video slots, leveraging our top-tier framework for complete game creation.
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... Game Developer, to join our team! This position is responsible for researching, designing, and ... Must be flexible to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required * Must be ...
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Canada - USA - Australia - UK - South Africa - New Zealand - Ireland - Japan Candidate must have legal work authorization to work in US C / C++, C#, Objective C / C++ Graphics Programming with Direct ...
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Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Developer to join our virtual development team. The ideal candidate has a foundational understanding of programming and game design ...
Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Developer to join our virtual development team. The ideal candidate has a foundational understanding of programming and game design ...
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Are you a talented Game Developer with boundless passion for the gaming industry? Do you want to implement innovative ideas and actively contribute to the development of games that excite players ...
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How much do weekend game developer jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend game developer in the United States is $108,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Weekend Game Developer vs Part-Time Game Developer?
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|---|---|---|
| Work Schedule | Primarily works on weekends, limited hours | Works fewer hours during weekdays or weekends, flexible schedule |
| Credentials | Typically requires game development skills, portfolio, possibly certifications | Similar credentials, often with experience or certifications in game design |
| Work Environment | Often freelance or remote, project-based | Remote or part-time employment within a company or freelance |
| Industry Usage | Common in indie and freelance circles | Used across studios and freelance roles |
Both roles involve game development skills and flexible schedules, but Weekend Game Developers usually focus on weekend hours for personal projects or freelance work, while Part-Time Game Developers have a more flexible schedule with fewer hours during weekdays or weekends, often working within a company or as freelancers.
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Job description
Description
Key Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
The Game Developer is responsible for creating slot game front-end client software using our internal game engine. The Game Developer will act in both a project owner and project support role, working across multiple projects within a single year. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conceptualizing and executing clear, quality code to develop the best software.
Key Responsibilities
- Designs, codes and debugs core platform components.
- Works at all stages of the product lifecycle from requirements capture, through design and implementation to system testing and integration.
- Increases efficiency through automation, workflow streamlining, and system optimization.
- Keeps current with new technologies and makes recommendations to the team.
- Collaborates with members of the QA and delivery teams to ensure products are tested, installed and maintained to a high standard.
- Promotes high code standards within the team.
- Maintains and enhances existing product code.
- Actively participates in the agile scrum process.
- Facilitates and supports the agile development process.
- Sets up, configures and maintains development, testing and staging environments.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required:
- 6+ years of experience creating slot games
- 6+ years of experience developing component-based web applications and user interfaces
- Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript (ES2018+) and TypeScript
- Hands-on experience with PixiJS and related rendering libraries (including Spine integration)
- Solid understanding of Canvas and WebGL–based rendering
- Experience building and maintaining component-based game and UI systems
- Experience with tweening and animation libraries (e.g. GSAP, TweenJS)
- Awareness of performance and memory considerations in long-running browser applications
- Experience with asset pipelines, including spritesheets, audio, localization, and preloading
- Familiarity with game audio systems (e.g. Howler.js or similar)
- Experience with TypeScript-based development workflows and Node.js
- Experience with git-based workflows and collaborative development practices
Preferred:
- Familiarity with state machines, game flow management, or modular architectures
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
- Exposure to multi-resolution layouts and cross-browser/device constraints
- Experience with modern build tools (Vite, esbuild, webpack)
- Knowledge of BitBucket pipelines, Azure DevOps, YAML, Docker etc