Video Game Developer

If you like designing and coding video games, creating engaging gameplay experiences, and collaborating with artists and designers this role is for you.

A Video Game Developer designs and codes video games, creating engaging gameplay experiences through programming and creative collaboration. Key skills include game programming, 3D modeling, and graphics design.

Skills you’ll need: Video Game Development, Software Engineering, C and C++, Unity Engine, Unreal Engine, Game Design, Problem Solving, Augmented Reality

$172,928 median salary2,586 jobs available¹

Video Game Developer

If you like designing and coding video games, creating engaging gameplay experiences, and collaborating with artists and designers this role is for you.

A Video Game Developer designs and codes video games, creating engaging gameplay experiences through programming and creative collaboration. Key skills include game programming, 3D modeling, and graphics design.

Skills you’ll need: Video Game Development, Software Engineering, C and C++, Unity Engine, Unreal Engine, Game Design, Problem Solving, Augmented Reality

$172,928 median salary2,586 jobs available¹

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