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Video Game Software Engineer

Video Game Software Engineer

Software Engineer

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Game Development

$178,500

Median Total Comp

$130K

25th%

$224K

75th%

$281K

90th%

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The median Video Game Software Engineer salary is $178,500. View Video Game Software Engineer salaries across top companies broken down by base, stock, and bonus. Last updated: 7/20/2025

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United States

Company

Location | Date

Level Name

Tag

Years of Experience

Total / At Company

Total Compensation

Base | Stock (yr) | Bonus
Blizzard Entertai... Los Angeles, CA | 6 days ago

Senior Software Engineer I

Game Development

7 yrs

4 yrs

$153,000

153K | N/A | N/A
Blizzard Entertai... Irvine, CA | 07/12/2025

Senior Software Engineer II

Game Development

8 yrs

4 yrs

$230,000

200K | N/A | 30K
Activision Seattle | 07/11/2025

L4

Game Development

20 yrs

2 yrs

$415,000

285K | 70K | 60K
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FAQ

  1. What is the salary of a Video Game Software Engineer with a Game Development specialization?

    The average total compensation of a Video Game Software Engineer in United States is $178,500.

  2. What is the minimum salary of a Video Game Software Engineer with a Game Development specialization in United States?

    While there is no minimum salary for a Video Game Software Engineer in United States, the average total compensation is $178,500.

  3. Where is a Video Game Software Engineer paid the most?

    A Video Game Software Engineer is paid the most in United States with an average total compensation of $280,000.

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