How much does a Lead Game Programmer make in Cicero, IL? The average Lead Game Programmer salary in Cicero, IL is $123,527 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $111,023 and $136,249. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Unreal Gigs - Santa Monica , CA
We are on the lookout for a Lead Gameplay Developer to craft groundbreaking game systems and ... Optimize all game systems and features to ensure performance aligns with technical specifications ...
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NxT Level - Los Angeles , CA
They're currently working on two announced IPs and A16 is currently one of their lead investors ... Experience with multiplayer game development for PC and console (ideally, MMORPGs) * Strong data ...
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Lumicity - Los Angeles , CA
Level Up Your Game: Become a Games Data Engineer! Do you love gaming and data? Do you dream of turning pixels into insights that empower players? Join our passionate team as a Games Data Engineer and ...
LinkedIn - 8 days ago
Firaxis Games - Glencoe , MD
The perfect candidate should have experience in releasing a previous Unreal game and possess ... Work closely with Lead Engineer and online services platform teams, advocating for the game team ...
LinkedIn - 40 days ago
Ainsworth Game Technology - Las Vegas , NV
Lead projects and corrective action to improve productivity, reduce costs, improve quality, and ... Gaming License.
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TruPlay Games - Austin , TX
Not only lead the development of new features but also the refactoring of old ones * Work in close ... Up-to-date with the latest game trends, techniques, and technologies Physical Requirements
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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Lead Game Programmer in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Game Programmer in Cicero, IL. The base salary for Lead Game Programmer ranges from $111,023 to $136,249 with the average base salary of $123,527. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $115,012 to $144,831 with the average total cash compensation of $129,243.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $123,527 $111,023 - $136,249
Bonus $5,715 $3,989 - $8,583
Total Pay $129,243 $115,012 - $144,831
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Cicero, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,023 - $136,249 COMPARE TO Cicero, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Chicago, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,023 - $136,249 COMPARE TO Cicero, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,897 - $136,094 COMPARE TO Cicero, IL
CITY, STATE Palatine, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $108,620 - $133,300 COMPARE TO Cicero, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $108,496 - $133,148 COMPARE TO Cicero, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,981 - $136,197 COMPARE TO Cicero, IL
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Game Programmer LOCATION Cicero, IL MINIMUM SALARY $95,496 MAXIMUM SALARY $116,009
JOB TITLE Video Game Programmer LOCATION Cicero, IL MINIMUM SALARY $75,130 MAXIMUM SALARY $93,901
JOB TITLE Senior Game Programmer LOCATION Cicero, IL MINIMUM SALARY $111,023 MAXIMUM SALARY $136,249
JOB TITLE Game Engine Programmer LOCATION Cicero, IL MINIMUM SALARY $59,930 MAXIMUM SALARY $72,766
JOB TITLE Lead Game Developer LOCATION Cicero, IL MINIMUM SALARY $92,375 MAXIMUM SALARY $120,994
JOB TITLE Lead Game Designer LOCATION Cicero, IL MINIMUM SALARY $130,912 MAXIMUM SALARY $165,190
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About Cicero, Illinois    Cicero (originally known as Hawthorne) is a suburb of Chicago and an incorporated town in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 83,....More

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