Lead Game Programmer Salary in Denver, CO

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How much does a Lead Game Programmer make in Denver, CO? The average Lead Game Programmer salary in Denver, CO is $119,430 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $107,342 and $131,727. 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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Lead Gameplay Developer
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 ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 66 days ago
Software Engineer
Argus Labs - San Francisco , CA
Argus is an MMO game developer and publisher built around a collective of hackers and designers in ... integrated game studio/publisher, we are uniquely positioned to lead the way. We build our own ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 7 days ago
Lead Mechanical & Project Engineer
Dexian - Golden , CO
Dexian has been egaged to idenifty a Lead Mechanical and Project Engineer for a wide portfolio of ... to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
Software and Algorithm Engineering Lead
DG Partnership - Menlo Park , CA
Software and Algorithm Engineering Lead- $229,000-$300,000-- Menlo Park, CA The Role Do you hold a ... Our game-changing algorithms and patented control systems tackle critical issues of battery safety ...
ZipRecruiter - 13 days ago
Lead Software Engineer
Talis Consulting Group - Seattle , WA
Talis is hiring a Services Architect / Senior Software Engineer to develop live-ops features for an exciting early-stage game studio. Founded by industry veterans with a proven track record of ...
LinkedIn - 27 days ago
Lead Software Engineer
Alleviate Financial Solutions - Irvine , CA
The Lead Software Engineer plays a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape of the ... We offer catered lunches, on-site food trucks, in-office games, paid parking, quarterly parties ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 17 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Lead Game Programmer in Denver, CO

Average Base Salary

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131727
119430

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
111200
140027
124956
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 Denver, CO. The base salary for Lead Game Programmer ranges from $107,342 to $131,727 with the average base salary of $119,430. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $111,200 to $140,027 with the average total cash compensation of $124,956.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $119,430 $107,342 - $131,727
Bonus $5,527 $3,859 - $8,300
Total Pay $124,956 $111,200 - $140,027
* 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.

Lead Game Programmer Salary Near Denver, CO

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Westminster, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,162 - $131,507 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Aurora, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,092 - $131,421 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Arvada, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,162 - $131,507 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Broomfield, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,326 - $131,708 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Castle Rock, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $105,309 - $129,233 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Boulder, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $108,122 - $132,685 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
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