How much does a Lead Game Programmer make in Roanoke, VA? The average Lead Game Programmer salary in Roanoke, VA is $108,402 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $97,430 and $119,564. 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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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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Snail Games USA - Culver City , CA
Lead the creation of innovative gameplay experiences ... Contribute to the formulation of game architecture, technical designs, and postmortems. * Conduct ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 Roanoke, VA. The base salary for Lead Game Programmer ranges from $97,430 to $119,564 with the average base salary of $108,402. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $100,932 to $127,097 with the average total cash compensation of $113,418.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $108,402 $97,430 - $119,564
Bonus $5,017 $3,503 - $7,533
Total Pay $113,418 $100,932 - $127,097
* 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 Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Lynchburg, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,713 - $118,684 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Beckley, WV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,205 - $116,834 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Greensboro, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,771 - $123,665 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE High Point, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,373 - $124,403 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Winston Salem, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,120 - $124,093 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Burlington, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,329 - $123,121 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Game Programmer LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $83,848 MAXIMUM SALARY $101,855
JOB TITLE Video Game Programmer LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $65,975 MAXIMUM SALARY $82,452
JOB TITLE Senior Game Programmer LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $97,430 MAXIMUM SALARY $119,564
JOB TITLE Game Engine Programmer LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $60,103 MAXIMUM SALARY $72,977
JOB TITLE Lead Game Developer LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $92,605 MAXIMUM SALARY $121,285
JOB TITLE Lead Game Designer LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $131,311 MAXIMUM SALARY $165,705
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About Roanoke, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is la....More

Roanoke, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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