How much does a Video Game Programmer make in Wisconsin? The average Video Game Programmer salary in Wisconsin is $78,745 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $70,544 and $88,163. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Video Game Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Video Game Programmer Salary $63,078 WI March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Video Game Programmer Salary $70,544 WI March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Video Game Programmer Salary $78,745 WI March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Video Game Programmer Salary $88,163 WI March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Video Game Programmer Salary $96,738 WI March 26, 2024
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What is a Video Game Programmer ?

A game programmer is a software engineer, programmer, or computer scientist who primarily develops codebases for video games or related software, such as game development tools. Game programming has many specialized disciplines, all of which fall under the umbrella term of "game programmer". A game programmer should not be confused with a game designer, who works on game design....

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Location Abbotsford, WI Avg. Salary $74,361 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abrams, WI Avg. Salary $75,796 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adams, WI Avg. Salary $77,868 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adell, WI Avg. Salary $78,585 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, WI Avg. Salary $77,629 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, WI Avg. Salary $77,629 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algoma, WI Avg. Salary $75,397 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allenton, WI Avg. Salary $78,585 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alma, WI Avg. Salary $79,143 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alma Center, WI Avg. Salary $74,361 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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About the job Senior Software Engineer, Game Development & User Generated Content In this role you will: Design, build, implement and maintain creative tools that players use to collaboratively build within Rec Room Work autonomously solving technical design and development problems for our creator community Collaborate with teams across Rec room to build great new technology for our players We are looking for: Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience building and shipping production-ready C-family code (e.g. C#, C++) Experience working with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Excellent cross-discipline communication skills Comfortable working in a fast-paced, autonomous, and ambiguous environment. A constant desire to learn, improve, and help others improve Bonus Points: Experience working on a live online service Experience building UGC tools or systems A background in Augmented and/or Virtual Reality technologies (e.g., HTC Vive, Steam V
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Purdue University - West Lafayette , IN
Job Summary: The Department of Computer Graphics Technology (CGT) at Purdue University has a full-time opening on the West Lafayette, Indiana campus, beginning in August 2024. This position is for a Clinical Assistant Professor in Game Development. CGT: CGT is one of six units in the Purdue Polytechnic Institute. It offers a BS and MS in Computer Graphics Technology and participates in the Polytechnic Institute PhD program. For additional information, visit: https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/cgt. The CGT department includes majors in game development, animation and visual effects, web programming & design, data visualization, and UX design. The game development program is technically oriented with curricula in programming, art, design, production, and web. Our historical industry placement has been in positions related to game programming and scripting, technical art/design/animation, game design, game production, quality assurance, and other adjacent domains. Our undergraduate program is
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Job Description OUR TECH CAMPS FOR KIDS ARE RUNNING IN ROOM - WE ARE HIRING!! APPLY NOW TO BECOME A ROCKETEER! "We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!" Are you passionate about Tech Education, Video Games, Coding, Python, Roblox™, App Design, Digital Movies, Robotics, Drones, Minecraft™ or STEM? We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Lead Instructors in our Summer programs. Summer seasonal position (4-10 weeks) starting in June In-room with kids ages 8-14 PAID training! No formal experience required Spend the summer with our AMAZING students having fun with technology! General Requirements: Located within driving distance of one of our partner regions and reliable transportation Experience with children in an educational setting preferred but not required Strong technology skills are preferred, such as 3D modeling, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, digital arts, compe
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Job Description OUR TECH CAMPS FOR KIDS ARE RUNNING IN ROOM - WE ARE HIRING!! APPLY NOW TO BECOME A ROCKETEER! "We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!" Are you passionate about Tech Education, Video Games, Coding, Python, Roblox™, App Design, Digital Movies, Robotics, Drones, Minecraft™ or STEM? We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Lead Instructors in our Summer programs. Summer seasonal position (4-10 weeks) starting in June In-room with kids ages 8-14 PAID training! No formal experience required Spend the summer with our AMAZING students having fun with technology! General Requirements: Located within driving distance of one of our partner regions and reliable transportation Experience with children in an educational setting preferred but not required Strong technology skills are preferred, such as 3D modeling, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, digital arts, compe
- 2 days ago
Job Description OUR TECH CAMPS FOR KIDS ARE RUNNING IN ROOM - WE ARE HIRING!! APPLY NOW TO BECOME A ROCKETEER! "We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!" Are you passionate about Tech Education, Video Games, Coding, Python, Roblox™, App Design, Digital Movies, Robotics, Drones, Minecraft™ or STEM? We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Assistant Instructors in our Summer programs. Summer seasonal position (4-10 weeks) starting in June In-room with kids ages 8-14 PAID training! No formal experience required Spend the summer with our AMAZING students having fun with technology! General Requirements: Located within driving distance of one of our partner regions and reliable transportation Experience with children in an educational setting preferred but not required Strong technology skills are preferred, such as 3D modeling, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, digital arts,
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Unreal Gigs - Santa Monica , CA
We are seeking an experienced Unreal Engine 5 Mixed Reality Game Programmer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in game development and be proficient in programming with Unreal Engine 5. This is a full-time position, and the candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing game systems, mechanics, and tools for mixed reality games. Responsibilities: Collaborate with designers and artists to develop and implement mixed reality game mechanics and systems using Unreal Engine 5 and C++ programming. Create and optimize game systems, tools, and interfaces to enhance the mixed reality player experience. Work closely with the production team to ensure that the project is delivered on time and to the required quality standards. Troubleshoot and debug mixed reality game issues, as well as identify and implement solutions to improve performance and stability. Requirements 3+ years of experience in game development, with a focus on Unreal Engine 5
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