Game Engineer Jobs

Welcome to Ladders’ Game Engineering Jobs section. Here, you will find high-paying ($100K+) opportunities from verified companies. Game engineers play an essential role in the video game industry by creating new video games and bringing game concepts to life.

What does a Game Engineer do?

A Game Engineer applies their extensive knowledge of software engineering concepts and game design principles in the development and integration of software systems used in games. They often collaborate with designers and artists and address technical challenges to create an immersive gaming experience.

What skills does a Game Engineer need?

Game Engineers need a blend of creativity and technical computer programming skills. They should possess knowledge in areas such as 3D modeling, particle systems, application programming interfaces (APIs), and computer graphics, among others.

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$138K - $252K *

The Game Development Engineer at Anduril Industries will develop software that visualizes real and simulated data for military applications. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders, diagnos...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $252K *

The Game Development Engineer at Anduril Industries will collaborate with stakeholders to define project scopes and deliver high-quality software solutions for visualizing real and simulated data. The...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $120K *

As a Senior Gameplay Engineer (Unreal Engine 3C) at Gardens Interactive, you will design and implement core gameplay systems that enhance player movement and camera controls, creating an immersive thi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $150K *

At 1047 Games, you’ll find a permanently remote, dedicated team of top-tier talent from some of the world’s biggest gaming and tech companies who share our founders’ vision. Grit, ingenuity, a desire...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

What started as two computer science majors putting portals into a first-person shooter for a project demo has evolved into a VC-backed company which has raised more than $120MM in funding...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $130K *

The Senior Game Platform Engineer will drive the development of core game and build infrastructure in a dynamic, remote-first gaming studio. This role involves building core services, managing cloud i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $230K *

The Lead Gameplay Engineer will work with and lead a gameplay engineering team to develop innovative gameplay content systems and experiences for AAA open-world games. This role involves providing tec...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Technical Artist Game Developer Prototyper at Meta Reality Labs Research will collaborate with creative and technical teams to create immersive AR/VR demos that showcase advanced avatar technologi...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$98K - $137K *

Intrepid Studios is seeking a Gameplay Engineer to join their Ashes of Creation team in Southern California. The role involves creating, debugging, and maintaining game systems using Unreal Engine 5...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Technical Artist Game Developer Prototyper at Meta Reality Labs Research will collaborate with creative and technical teams to create immersive AR/VR demos that showcase advanced avatar technologi...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $200K *

The Gameplay Engineer at Stone Kite will be responsible for implementing features and workflows in Unreal Engine to support the prototype team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and cr...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $252K *

The Software Engineer, Video Pipeline at Anduril Industries will develop real-time and asynchronous video feeds from remote deployments to various clients, including web and virtual reality. This role...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $252K *

The Software Engineer, Video Pipeline at Anduril Industries will develop real-time and asynchronous video feeds from remote deployments to various clients, including web and virtual reality. This role...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $252K *

The Software Engineer, Video Pipeline at Anduril Industries will develop real-time and asynchronous video feeds from remote deployments to various clients, including web and virtual reality. This role...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $252K *

The Software Engineer, Video Pipeline at Anduril Industries is responsible for developing real-time and asynchronous video feeds from remote deployments to various clients. This role involves designin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $190K *

We are looking for a Senior Software Unity Engineer with expertise in animation and mobile graphics development to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating high-quality game...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $230K *

The Principal Rendering Engineer will lead the optimization and enhancement of rendering systems for a cutting-edge open-world video game. This role involves collaboration with technical artists, deve...

1 month ago

  •     Consumer Technology

$170K - $230K *

The Principal Rendering Engineer will lead the optimization and enhancement of rendering systems for a cutting-edge open-world video game. This role involves collaboration with technical artists, deve...

1 month ago

  •     Technical Services

$168K - $252K *

The Game Developer, XR at Anduril Industries will build next-generation frontend software for warfighters, focusing on core game engine development and user experience. This role involves integrating...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

The Mobile Engineer at Visual Concepts will work with a dedicated team to port existing technology and gameplay to mobile platforms while developing updated systems for mobile customers. The role requ...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

At 1047 Games, you’ll find a permanently remote, dedicated team of top-tier talent from some of the world’s biggest gaming and tech companies who share our founders’ vision. Grit, ingenuity, a desire...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $120K *

The Senior Engine Programmer will be responsible for porting and maintaining mobile-specific versions of games and supporting applications. This role requires expertise in C++ and software development...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $120K *

The Gameplay Software Engineer II will optimize various systems for performance across platforms and contribute to game development. The role requires proficiency in programming languages and the abil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$66K - $130K *

Collins Aerospace is seeking a motivated Project Engineer with experience in composites or elastomers to support manufacturing operations for naval programs. The role involves process improvement, man...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $100K *

The Game Designer II is responsible for designing various elements of a game, including characters, levels, puzzles, and art. This role involves conceptualizing game rules and stories, as well as writ...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to become a Game Engineer?question toggle

    Most Game Engineer roles require a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. Experience with game development platforms like Unity or Unreal Engine is highly desirable.

  • What is the average salary of a Game Engineer?question toggle

    While salaries can vary greatly depending on the location and the company, the average salary for Game Engineers on Ladders is over $100K annually.