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Houston Toyota Center

IPTV Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

IPTV Engineer General Description: The IPTV Coordinator plays a critical role in delivering a world ... Houston Rockets games, concerts, and special events, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

AEG

IPTV Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

This position is responsible for the daily operation, programming, troubleshooting, and continuous ... Houston Rockets games, concerts, and special events, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Code Ninjas

Code Sensei

Katy, TX · On-site

$10 - $20/hr

... programming platforms (like Scratch, Roblox Studio, and Minecraft Education). You'll create an ... Guide small groups of students through game-building and coding activities * Support camps and ...

PYEK

Guest Experience Representative

Katy, TX · On-site

In-Park Entertainment and Games: * Interactive Programming: Lead and facilitate high-energy ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. * Passion for delivering ...

PYEK

Guest Experience Representative

Katy, TX

In-Park Entertainment and Games: * Interactive Programming: Lead and facilitate high-energy ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. * Passion for delivering ...

Life Time, Inc.

Kids Events Instructor

Houston, TX · On-site

... gym games and more. They incorporate nutrition education with themed activities providing a high ... Maintains cleanliness and order of activities and programming in order to ensure safety * Promotes ...

Life Time

Kids Events Instructor

Houston, TX

... gym games and more.They incorporate nutrition education with themed activities providing a high ... Maintains cleanliness and order of activities and programming in order to ensure safety * Promotes ...

Pivot3

Senior Software Engineer - Data Path

Spring, TX

$109K - $143K/yr

... care, gaming, financial services and retail, Pivot3 is a fast-growing company (recognized by ... We are actively recruiting for a Data Path Software Engineer to join our Engineering team. This ...

Covestro AG

Senior APC Engineer

Baytown, TX · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push ... What We Offer The Senior APC Engineer is primarily responsible for project initiation, management ...

Covestro

Senior APC Engineer

Baytown, TX

$95K - $130K/yr

We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push ... What We Offer The Senior APC Engineer is primarily responsible for project initiation,managementand ...

BHI Energy

Developer

Houston, TX

Position Summary Westinghouse is searching for a Software Developer in Houston, Texas. Education and Experience 1. A bachelor's degree in computer science, or information technology. 2. At least 5+ ...

Husch Blackwell LLP

Software Developer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

The Software Developer designs, develops, and deploys modern, AI-driven solutions that enhance collaboration, automation, and knowledge access across the organization. This role focuses on ...

Husch Blackwell Llp

Software Developer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

The Software Developer designs, develops, and deploys modern, AI-driven solutions that enhance collaboration, automation, and knowledge access across the organization. This role focuses on ...

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How much do weekend game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend game developer in Houston, TX is $103,586.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,800.00 and $118,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Game Developer vs Part-Time Game Developer?

AspectWeekend Game DeveloperPart-Time Game Developer
Work SchedulePrimarily works on weekends, limited hoursWorks fewer hours during weekdays or weekends, flexible schedule
CredentialsTypically requires game development skills, portfolio, possibly certificationsSimilar credentials, often with experience or certifications in game design
Work EnvironmentOften freelance or remote, project-basedRemote or part-time employment within a company or freelance
Industry UsageCommon in indie and freelance circlesUsed 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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Game Developer jobs in Houston, TX? The most popular types of Game Developer jobs in Houston, TX are:
Weekend Game Developer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Weekend Game Developer job openings in Houston, TX as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 39% Full Time, 52% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,586 per year, or $49.8 per hour.
IPTV Engineer

IPTV Engineer

Houston Toyota Center

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 hours ago

Job description

IPTV Engineer
General Description:
The IPTV Coordinator plays a critical role in delivering a world-class fan, partner, and employee experience at Toyota Center. This position is responsible for the daily operation, programming, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of the IPTV ecosystem supporting Houston Rockets games, concerts, special events, and internal communications across the arena. Working cross-functionally with Game Presentation, Marketing, Partnerships, Broadcast, and Arena Operations, the IPTV Coordinator ensures content is accurate, timely, reliable, and aligned with the One Team experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:
  • Manage the day-to-day operation of the Toyota Center IPTV system and any new video distribution system. Configure, program, and maintain IPTV endpoints across suites, concourses, clubs, offices, back-of-house, and public areas.
  • Monitor system performance during events and proactively resolve issues in real time.

Content Management & Programming
  • Coordinate and deploy live broadcasts, in-house programming, sponsor content, emergency messaging, and internal communications.
  • Partner with Game Presentation, Marketing, and Corporate Partnerships to ensure content accuracy, branding compliance, and sponsor fulfillment.
  • Maintain playlists, templates, and content libraries for games, concerts, and special events.

Event & Game Day Support
  • Provide on-site IPTV support for Houston Rockets games, concerts, and special events, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Conduct pre-event testing and post-event evaluations to ensure consistent performance and identify improvements.
  • Serve as a point of contact during events for IPTV-related escalations.

Technical Support & Troubleshooting
  • Diagnose and resolve IPTV hardware, software, network, and signal issues.
  • Coordinate with internal IT teams and external vendors to resolve system outages or upgrades.
  • Assist with firmware updates, system enhancements, and new technology rollouts.

Documentation & Process Improvement
  • Maintain accurate system documentation, channel maps, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides.
  • Recommend enhancements to improve efficiency, reliability, and the fan experience.
  • Support long-term IPTV strategy, expansion, and integration with other venue technologies.
  • Demonstrates our One Team philosophy of Passion, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Teamwork.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 3-5 years of experience working with IPTV systems, digital signage, broadcast operations, or venue technology.
  • Working knowledge of IPTV platforms, encoders/decoders, streaming protocols, and content management systems.
  • Experience supporting live events or mission-critical environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Familiarity with network fundamentals (LAN/WAN, multicast, VLANs).
  • Experience working with vendors and service providers.
  • Knowledge of digital signage or control room operations.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, use handle or feel, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, communicate with others.
  • The vision requirement includes the ability to review written and electronic materials in both digital and physical format.
  • The employee must be able to transfer and move items for departmental needs.
  • The employee must be able to adjust to changing work hours and locations as needed in light of the strong focus on external communications and relationships.

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