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Studio Wildcard

Sr. Engine Programmer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

Survival Evolved - Sr. Engine Programmer - Seattle, WA Studio Wildcard, creators of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved, was founded in 2014 by industry veterans Jeremy Stieglitz and Jesse ...

Insight Global

CMM NC Programmer IV

Auburn, WA · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

CMM NC Programmer IV Location: Auburn, WA Pay Rate: $55-65/hr Schedule: M-Fri 5-7:00 AM - 1-3:00pm, flexible on start time Duration: 12-month contract to hire Primary Responsibilities: • Create ...

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VAUPELL INDUSTRIAL

CNC Programmer

Everett, WA · On-site

$80K - $118K/yr

Monday through Friday 6am to 3:30pm Position Purpose Responsible for the design, programming, optimization, set ups, maintenance, and operation of CNC machining processes to produce high-quality ...

Golfco International, Inc.

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CNC Machinist/Programmer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$37 - $47/hr

A PROFESSIONAL CNC PROGRAMMER/SUPERVISOR MACHINIST POSITION on location at Golfco International's production facility at 18009 NE 76th St, Redmond, WA. Up to a full-time position requested but ...

Immunome, Inc.

Senior EDC Programmer

Bothell, WA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Position Overview The Senior EDC (Electronic Data Capture) Programmer (Sr. EDCP) is responsible for leading the design, development, and maintenance of clinical trial databases in an EDC system. This ...

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As of Jun 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend programmer in Seattle, WA is $45.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.28 and $58.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Weekend programmers are individuals who primarily write, develop, or maintain software during weekends rather than as a full-time weekday job. They might do this to pursue personal projects, contribute to open-source software, or supplement their income with freelance work. Weekend programmers can be professionals seeking extra experience, students learning new skills, or hobbyists enjoying coding in their spare time. This flexible schedule allows them to balance programming with other commitments or interests.

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Weekend Programmers often face challenges such as balancing tight deadlines with limited work hours, staying aligned with weekday teams, and managing communication gaps. To overcome these, it's important to maintain clear documentation, proactively communicate updates, and leverage collaboration tools to stay in sync with full-time colleagues. Setting clear priorities and expectations with your manager can also help ensure your contributions have maximum impact within the available time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Programmer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Programmer, you need strong programming skills in languages like Python, JavaScript, or Java, and a solid understanding of software development principles. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), code editors, and possibly cloud platforms or collaborative tools is common. Effective time management, self-motivation, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for balancing part-time coding with other commitments. These skills enable consistent productivity, quality code delivery, and successful collaboration on weekend or short-term software projects.

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As a weekend programmer, you work part-time on Saturday-Sunday to complete computer programming responsibilities. Your duties may require you to develop software programs, code program designs into a language a computer understands, test systems to ensure they are working correctly, and install computer updates. You may communicate with software developers as well as the client to ensure efficient translation and development of the program. Some programs may be developed in a couple of days, while other jobs may require multiple weekends to complete. The programs you create may be used for phone applications, operating systems, or websites. A weekend programmer may work for a company or provide freelance services.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Programmer job openings in Seattle, WA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 15% Full Time, 72% Part Time, 8% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,638 per year, or $45 per hour.
Sr. Engine Programmer

Sr. Engine Programmer

Studio Wildcard

Bellevue, WA • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000

ARK: Survival Evolved - Sr. Engine Programmer - Seattle, WA

Studio Wildcard, creators of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved, was founded in 2014 by industry veterans Jeremy Stieglitz and Jesse Rapczak. ARK is the most successful Steam Early Access and Xbox Game Preview title ever and continues to break industry records on consoles and PC. We are looking for an experienced engine programmer to help improve existing (and create new) engine tools on the ARK IP.


Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross discipline team members to develop timed releases on multiple platforms including Xbox and PlayStation
  • Communicate with other developers within the team to improve the existing development pipelines


Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years experience as an engineer, 2 of which must include game development
  • Strong Understanding of C++
  • Significant Experience working with Unreal Engine
  • Familiarity with build systems, build processes, and build automation such as Jenkins


Recommended Skills:

  • Experience with Unreal Engine at a low level
  • Familiarity with engineering on platforms other than PC
  • Familiarity with Xbox and PlayStation development including Certification Requirement(s) resolution


Pluses:

  • Fan of the ARK franchise
  • Experience in one or more of the following categories:
    • Graphics
    • Audio including Voice Chat
    • Networking for Games
    • Cybersecurity
  • Experience with planning software including JIRA
  • Degree in computer science or similar discipline


Required Application Materials:

  • Resume


About The Game

ARK: Survival Evolved takes on the survival genre with a unique blend of emergent multiplayer cooperation and competition. Players must hunt, harvest, craft, research technology, and build shelters to protect against punishing climate conditions, dangerous wildlife, and potential enemies. Tame and ride one of nearly 100 prehistoric beasts, including gargantuan creatures on a scale never before seen in video games! Fly a Pterodactyl squadron over the snow-capped mountains, race through the deep jungle with a pack of trained Raptors, tromp through a fortified enemy base along a convoy of gigantic Brontosaurus, or chase down prey on the back of a raging T-Rex.


Equal Opportunity Employer
Wildcard is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws, regulations or ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to disability during the application or the recruiting process, please let us know.


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Wildcard Benefits
We pay 100% of all premiums for the employee and discounted rates for dependent premiums. Our coverage includes Medical (5 different plans to choose from), Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k) option, 100% covered Parental Leave, PTO, Paid Holidays, Unlimited Sick Time, and FSA/ HSA options