Unreal Engine Game Developer Salary in Cincinnati, OH

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How much does an Unreal Engine Game Developer make in Cincinnati, OH? The average Unreal Engine Game Developer salary in Cincinnati, OH is $66,139 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $60,249 and $73,838. 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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What is an Unreal Engine Game Developer?

The Unreal Engine Game Developer is responsible for creating and implementing game features, mechanics, and systems using the Unreal Engine. They work closely with the game design and art teams to bring the game vision to life, and are proficient in programming languages such as C++ and Blueprints. They also optimize game performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with other developers to ensure a seamless and engaging gaming experience for players. Additionally, they stay updated on the latest Unreal Engine developments and best practices to continuously improve the game's quality and performance.

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Game Developer (Unreal Engine)

Stardock - Plymouth , MI

Stardock is currently seeking a talented Game Developer to create gameplay systems in cutting edge games. The ideal candidate is well versed in Unreal Engine 5, has created games in the past, and ...

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3D Artist, Generalist & Technical Artist - Unity & Unreal Engine

Refactor Games - Santa Monica , CA

... engineers. Experience: - Ideally you'll have 2+ years experience in the video game or a related ... Requirements: - Experience integrating 3D characters into Unity and/or Unreal Engine and modifying ...

LinkedIn - 7 days ago

Senior Combat Designer (Unreal 5)

Snail Games USA - Beverly Hills , CA

Utilize Unreal Engine 5's Gameplay Ability System to develop a diverse range of player abilities ... Collaborate with gameplay programmers to implement and optimize combat-related features, including ...

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Lead Game Developer (Hybrid)

W2T.io - Salina , KS

NO THIRD PARTIES The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a lead developer on games that use the Unreal Engine and C++. This is not a project for a first time lead. AR/VR experience is ...

LinkedIn - 44 days ago

Virtual Game Developer

nFocus Solutions - Beverly , KS

Model high and low poly assets for real-time game development using the Visual Battlespace 3 (VBS3) and Unreal Engine 5 game engines. * Provide technical support and virtual terrain and model ...

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Gameplay Engineer (Jr/Mid)

UpRecruit - Austin , TX

Requirements: 3+ years game development experience * Location: 100% Remote Our client, a remote ... Unreal Engine 4 experience Benefits * Salary of $135K - $165K * 100% Remote * Health/Dental/Vision ...

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What does an Unreal Engine Game Developer do?

Common responsibilities of an Unreal Engine Game Developer

Collaborate with the game design team to ensure that the game mechanics align with the overall vision and goals of the project.

September 01, 2023

Optimize game performance and ensure smooth gameplay experience on various platforms.

September 04, 2023

Debug and troubleshoot issues related to game mechanics, performance, and user experience.

September 12, 2023

Design and develop gameplay mechanics, features, and systems using Unreal Engine.

September 20, 2023

Implement and maintain multiplayer and networking features within the game.

September 22, 2023

Test and iterate on game features to ensure high quality and user satisfaction.

October 19, 2023

Stay updated with the latest Unreal Engine updates and technologies to incorporate new features and improvements into the game.

November 01, 2023

Provide technical support and guidance to other team members on Unreal Engine-related tasks and challenges.

November 03, 2023

Collaborate with artists, designers, and other team members to implement game assets and features.

November 11, 2023

Create and maintain documentation for game development processes and codebase.

November 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Unreal Engine Game Developer in Cincinnati, OH

Average Base Salary

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60249

73838

66139

Average Total Cash Compensation

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62109

76818

68190

What is the average salary for Unreal Engine Game Developer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Unreal Engine Game Developer in Cincinnati, OH. The base salary for Unreal Engine Game Developer ranges from $60,249 to $73,838 with the average base salary of $66,139. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,109 to $76,818 with the average total cash compensation of $68,190.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$66,139	$60,249 - $73,838
Bonus	$2,051	$1,861 - $2,979
Total Pay	$68,190	$62,109 - $76,818

* 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.

Unreal Engine Game Developer Salary Near Cincinnati, OH

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Cincinnati, OH
CITY, STATE Covington, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,243 - $73,831	COMPARE TO Cincinnati, OH
CITY, STATE Hamilton, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,996 - $73,529	COMPARE TO Cincinnati, OH
CITY, STATE Middletown, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,516 - $72,940	COMPARE TO Cincinnati, OH
CITY, STATE Dayton, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,762 - $73,242	COMPARE TO Cincinnati, OH
CITY, STATE Springfield, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,487 - $71,679	COMPARE TO Cincinnati, OH
CITY, STATE Frankfort, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,318 - $69,021	COMPARE TO Cincinnati, OH

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About Cincinnati, Ohio

Cincinnati (/ˌsɪnsɪˈnæti/ SIN-sih-NAT-ee) is a major city in the U.S. state of Ohio, and is the government seat of Hamilton County. Settled in 1788, the city is located at the northern side of the confluence of the Licking and Ohio rivers, the latter of which marks the state line with Kentucky. The city drives the Cincinnati–Middletown–Wilmington combined statistical area, which had a population of 2,172,191 in the 2010 census making it Ohio's largest metropolitan area. With a population of 296,943, Cincinnati is the third-largest city in Ohio and 65th in the United States. Its metropolitan ar...

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