41 Game Development Engineering jobs in Los Angeles.

Hiring now: Lead Engine Programmer Bu @ Playstatio, Lead Engine Programmer Bu @ Insomniac , Server Software Engr @ Bonfire St, Software Engr Simulations @ Spacex, Sr Graphics Engr @ Blind Squi, Sr Tools Engr @ Turtle Roc, Wargame Modeling And Simu @ True Anoma, Sr Software Engr @ Genies, Augmented Reality Engr @ Snap, Sr Gameplay Engr @ Sony Plays.Explore more at jobswithgpt.com.

🔥 Skills

C++ (25) Unreal Engine (10) performance optimization (8) game development (7) Unity (6) Augmented Reality (5) technology (4) collaboration (4) game engines (4) Unreal (4)

📍 Locations

Los Angeles (26) Santa Monica (6) Irvine (3) Burbank (2) Costa Mesa (2) Hawthorne (1) Long Beach (1)

Playstation

Skills & Focus: Lead, Engine, Programmer, Automation, Build, Engineering, C++, Continuous validation, Game development, Management
About the Company: PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The Pla…
Experience: 8+ years engineering experience in game development, 5 years experience with large-scale game engine automation and build engineering, 5 years experience working in a large C++ codebase
Salary: $163,900 - $245,900 USD
Benefits: top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and c…

Insomniac Games

Skills & Focus: engine programming, automation, build engineering, team leadership, C++, build pipeline, automated testing, game development, infrastructure, continuous validation
Experience: ~8+ years engineering experience in game development
Salary: $163,900 — $245,900 USD
Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program, and employee discounts for Sony pro…

Bonfire Studios

Skills & Focus: Server Software Engineer, collaborative, cross-disciplinary, multiplayer title, log files, technology, gaming experience, developer, impact, amazing experience
About the Company: Bonfire Studios is a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment where every developer’s voice shapes the company, the game, and the tasks we work on …
Skills & Focus: Systems Engineer, Optimizations, Netcode, Collaborative, Cross-disciplinary, Technology, First Game, Developer, Empower, Experience
About the Company: Bonfire Studios is a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment where every developer’s voice shapes the company, the game, and the tasks we work on …

Spacex

Skills & Focus: simulation software, C++, software design, performance optimization, unit testing, problem solving, dynamic environment, collaboration, high fidelity simulations, engineering groups
About the Company: SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Spa…
Experience: 2+ years of professional experience building software
Salary: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00/per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability in…

Blind Squirrel Entertainment Inc

Skills & Focus: graphics programming, game development, Unreal Engine, C++, graphics algorithms, multi-threading, rendering pipeline, memory management, shading languages, collaboration
About the Company: Blind Squirrel Games is seeking a versatile Senior Graphics Engineer. We value talented and passionate individuals who constantly strive to improve their work.…
Experience: 6+ years in game development programming
Salary: $138,000 - $160,000
Type: Full-time

Turtle Rock

Skills & Focus: Unreal Engine, tools programming, C/C++, Visual Studio, content creation, communication skills, problem-solving, data formats, multiplatform title, shell scripts
About the Company: At Turtle Rock, we make the games we want to play. We're dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our team members feel empowered with the crea…
Experience: At least 2 years of professional tools programming experience
Salary: $121,000—$166,000 USD
Type: Flexible (In-Studio, Hybrid, Remote)
Benefits: 100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family, 401k Matching, Student Loan Repayment Plan / College Sav…

Blind Squirrel Entertainment Inc

Skills & Focus: Unreal Engine, C++, AAA game development, cross-platform, software optimization, team collaboration, game engines, coding standards, mentorship, multi-threaded programming
About the Company: Blind Squirrel Games (BSG) is a proud, independent studio that joins forces with developers and publishers seeking an innovative partner in creating quality ga…
Experience: 5+ years
Salary: $105,000 - $117,900
Type: Full-time

True Anomaly

Skills & Focus: wargaming, astrodynamics, simulation, Python, C++, dynamic physics, orbital mechanics, spacecraft models, requirements trades, system modeling
About the Company: True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commerci…
Experience: Typically 3-5 years experience (2+ with advanced degree)
Salary: $125,000 - $190,000
Benefits: Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave.

Genies

Skills & Focus: 3D graphics, real-time rendering, C++, C#, 3D mathematics, graphics APIs, mobile platforms, cloud orchestration, equity compensation, team collaboration
About the Company: Genies is culture’s avatar technology company empowering developers and artists to create their own interoperable gamified consumer experiences. The company ha…
Experience: 4+ years
Salary: $165,000 - $230,000 + Equity (stock options)
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, competitive salaries, 401K program, flexible paid time off…

Snap Inc

Skills & Focus: Augmented Reality, Lens Studio, JavaScript, TypeScript, 3D graphics, Unity, Unreal, developer experience, communication skills, programming
About the Company: Snap Inc is a technology company that believes the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. It is known for its…
Experience: 3+ years of experience designing and developing real-time interactive experiences or similar experiences.
Salary: $157,000-$235,000 annually
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, equity in the form o…

Sony Playstation Studios

Skills & Focus: Gameplay Engineering, Game Development, Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5), C++ Proficiency, Gameplay Feel, Debugging Skills, Collaborative Design, Gameplay Mechanics, Technical Documentation, Playtesting
About the Company: Sony PlayStation Studios is a newly established AAA studio based in Los Angeles, driven by a team of seasoned industry leaders and experienced game developers.…
Experience: Minimum 4+ years of demonstrable game development experience, with at least 2 years in gameplay related disciplines working alongside a team of designers and engineers.
Salary: $157,000 — $235,400 USD
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program, and employee discounts for Sony products. Th…

Meta

Skills & Focus: Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, partnerships, technical relationships, Typescript, C#, C++, real-time gameplay, 3D applications, Unity
About the Company: Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Ap…
Experience: 5+ years professional experience as an engineer or in a technical game design role
Salary: $147,000/year to $203,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Type: Full Time
Benefits: In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Skydance Interactive

Skills & Focus: software engineer, UI solutions, robust, performant, flexible, player experience, interactive entertainment, game design, technology, storytelling
About the Company: At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and story…
Experience: Experienced

Meta

Skills & Focus: Documentation, Technical Writing, API, SDK, Software Development, Project Management, Markdown, Content Formatting, Collaboration, Game Engine Development
About the Company: Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Ap…
Experience: 5+ years of experience authoring complex technical documentation
Salary: $118,000/year to $169,000/year
Type: Full Time
Benefits: Meta offers benefits including equity and bonuses.

Skydance Interactive

Skills & Focus: software engineer, gameplay features, frameworks, VR, game design, technology, storytelling, creative teams, interactive entertainment, innovation
About the Company: At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and story…

Impact Theory

Skills & Focus: Unreal Engine, game development, multiplayer, AI bot systems, game mechanics, networked gameplay, character controls, C++, BluePrints, performance optimization
About the Company: Impact Theory is a mission-driven modern media company designed to create positive change in people’s lives through the creation of entertaining and empowering…
Experience: 4+ years in game development
Salary: $120,000 to $210,000 per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans, Life Insurance, 401k, Flexible, “Unlimited” PTO Policy, 1-year subscription to A…
Skills & Focus: Unreal Engine, game development, multiplayer, AI bot systems, game mechanics, networked gameplay, character controls, C++, BluePrints, performance optimization
About the Company: Impact Theory is a mission-driven modern media company designed to create positive change in people’s lives through the creation of entertaining and empowering…
Experience: 4+ years in game development
Salary: $120,000 to $210,000 per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans, Life Insurance, 401k, Flexible, “Unlimited” PTO Policy, 1-year subscription to A…
Skills & Focus: Unreal Engine, game development, multiplayer, AI bot systems, game mechanics, networked gameplay, character controls, C++, BluePrints, performance optimization
About the Company: Impact Theory is a mission-driven modern media company designed to create positive change in people’s lives through the creation of entertaining and empowering…
Experience: 4+ years in game development
Salary: $120,000 to $210,000 per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans, Life Insurance, 401k, Flexible, “Unlimited” PTO Policy, 1-year subscription to A…

Genies

Skills & Focus: C++, native applications, SDK, performance optimization, real-time rendering, 3D mesh processing, game engines, Unity, Unreal, AI
About the Company: Genies is an AI avatar and games technology company powering the next generation of digital experiences. Genies' technology stack is rooted in empowering user …
Experience: Deep native development experience, mobile (iOS and Android) and web (WebGL) expertise.
Salary: $200K- $225K
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, competitive salaries, unlimited paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays.

Meta

Skills & Focus: Realtime Engine Technology, 3D Software Engineering, systems programming languages, real-time applications, performance optimization, engine-level systems, virtual reality, mixed/augmented reality, SDKs, real-time engine components
About the Company: Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Ap…
Experience: 7+ years experience as an engineer developing features within 3D real-time interactive products
Salary: $85.10/hour to $251,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Type: Full Time
Benefits: Meta offers benefits that include bonus and equity, but specific benefits are not detailed.

Snap Inc.

Skills & Focus: AR, wearable devices, prototyping, real-time 3D engines, Unity, C#/C++, user experiences, software engineering principles, 3D graphics, product strategy
About the Company: Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to h…
Experience: 5+ years of software engineering experience
Salary: $199,000-$313,000 annually
Type: Full time
Benefits: Paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, equity in the form o…

Freeform

Skills & Focus: 3D printing, geometry processing, real-time graphics, C++, GPU environment, automation, toolpath planning, simulation pipeline, algorithms, software development
About the Company: Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, bringing the scalability of software to physical production. O…
Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in software development using C, C++, or Rust; OR a PhD in computer science or computer graphics in lieu of professional experience.
Type: Full-time

Genies

Skills & Focus: machine learning, real-time rendering, 3D assets, deep learning, generative models, C++, CUDA, optimization techniques, Unreal, Unity
About the Company: Genies is an AI avatar and games technology company powering the next generation of digital experiences.
Experience: 8+ years of experience in machine learning or related fields
Salary: $180K - $266K
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, unlimited paid time off, paid parental leave, wellness support, choice of laptop, flexi…

Playstation

Skills & Focus: Audio tech lead, Programming, C++, Wwise, Sound design, Code architecture, Debugging, Runtime audio systems, Collaboration, Documentation
About the Company: PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The Pla…
Experience: 5+ years of professional programming experience
Salary: $186,700 — $280,100 USD
Type: Full-time
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony produ…

Skydance Interactive

Skills & Focus: Senior Software Engineer, Tools, Unreal Engine 5, design, implement, maintain, robust tools, pipelines, development teams, optimize workflows
About the Company: At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and story…
Experience: Talented and experienced

Epic Games

Skills & Focus: Unreal Framework, C++, game engines, simulation engine tooling, Game Framework Architecture, Data Oriented programming, Scene Graph, API, runtime performance, interpersonal skills
About the Company: Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, they've been making award-winning games and engine techn…
Experience: 3+ years of experience working with AAA game engines and a variety of game engine systems and technologies
Salary: $172,736 — $253,347 USD
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs.

Meta

Skills & Focus: Game Design, VR Best Experiences, Prototyping, User Experience, Cross-functional Collaboration, Game Mechanics, Unity, C# or C++, Design Strategy, Data-driven Decision Making
About the Company: Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Ap…
Experience: 8+ years of game design experience or a minimum of 2 shipped titles
Salary: $165,000/year to $231,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Type: Full Time
Benefits: Meta offers benefits including equity and performance bonuses. Further details are available on their benefits page.

Meta Platforms, Inc.

Skills & Focus: graphics prototypes, GPU rendering, real-time solutions, 3D math, ray tracing, DirectX, OpenGL, game engines, programming, cross functional team
About the Company: Meta, formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses, including apps like Messenger, Inst…
Experience: Three years of work experience in the job offered or in a computer-related occupation.
Salary: $217,791/year to $240,240/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Type: Full Time
Benefits: Meta offers benefits including bonus, equity, and various other perks.

Snap Inc

Skills & Focus: Software Engineer, Embedded, Augmented Reality, OpenXR, WebXR, C++, Linux, Performance, Debugging, Design Documentation
About the Company: Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to h…
Experience: 3+ years of experience with embedded software development
Salary: $157,000-$235,000 annually (Zone A), $149,000-$223,000 annually (Zone B), $133,000-$200,000 annually (Zone C)
Type: Full time
Benefits: Paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, equity in the form o…
Skills & Focus: C++, Software Engineering, Augmented Reality, Machine Learning, Systems Architecture, Technical Leadership, Developer APIs, 3D Rendering, Computer Vision, Mentorship
About the Company: Snap Inc is a technology company that focuses on improving the way people live and communicate through augmented reality and visual messaging.
Experience: 9+ years of industry C++ development experience
Salary: $229,000-$343,000
Type: Full time
Benefits: Paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, equity in the form o…

Google

Skills & Focus: software development, graphics, C++, GPU, CPU, real-time media processing, cross-team integrations, code review, collaboration, immersive products
About the Company: Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one …
Experience: 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree.
Salary: $141,000-$202,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: bonus + equity + benefits

Epic Games

Skills & Focus: world building tools, procedural content generation, 3D modeling, geometry scripting, landscape creation workflows, Unreal Engine, Houdini, Maya, Blender, scripting
About the Company: Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technol…
Experience: 5+ years
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k) with competitive match, unlimited PTO, mental wel…

Snap Inc.

Skills & Focus: C++, build systems, compilers, programming languages, performance optimization, cross-platform framework, debug tools, code reviews, software design patterns, mobile development
About the Company: Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to h…
Experience: 6+ years of experience working in Software Development roles
Salary: $178,000-$313,000
Type: Full time
Benefits: Paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, equity in the form o…
Skills & Focus: Augmented Reality, Software Engineering, Typescript, Javascript, C++, C#, Prototyping, 3D Engines, Real-time Development, Interactive Experiences
About the Company: Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to h…
Experience: 3+ years of experience in software engineering
Salary: $157,000-$235,000
Type: Full time
Benefits: Paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation pac…

Absurd Ventures

Skills & Focus: sound design, audio, sound effects, ambient audio, collaboration, game development, Pro Tools, Wwise, Unreal Engine, immersive audio
Experience: 5+ years of experience in sound design for video games
Salary: $120,000 to $140,000 per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Paid time off, sick time, company holidays, parental leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability…
Skills & Focus: rendering systems, GPU performance, C++, Unreal Engine, 3D math, graphics API, shader compilation, texture streaming, memory optimization, multi-threaded programming
Experience: In-depth real-time rendering experience in the games industry or related computer graphics fields, experience shipping AAA video games, strong proficiency in C++ and multi-threaded programming techniques.
Salary: $170,000 to $230,000 per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Paid time off, sick time, company holidays, parental leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability…

Skydance Interactive

Software Engineer Santa Monica
Skills & Focus: software engineer, UI solutions, robust, performant, flexible, player experience, interactive entertainment, game design, technology, storytelling
About the Company: At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and story…
Experience: Experienced

Absurd Ventures

Skills & Focus: gameplay systems, C++, Unreal engine, AI, physics, networking, animation systems, player mechanics, combat, UI
Experience: 8+ years of experience in gameplay programming within the video game industry.
Salary: $170,000 to $210,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Paid time off, sick time, company holidays, parental leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability…
Skills & Focus: C++, game engine architecture, Unreal, multithreading, networking, memory management, optimization principles, gameplay experience, cross-platform development, rendering techniques
Experience: 4+ years of experience in systems engineering within the video game industry
Salary: $170,000 to $210,000 per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Paid time off, sick time, company holidays, parental leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability…