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1,374 game developer job listings in New Zealand. Find daily updated positions from leading job boards.
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Game Developer
1 day ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand YO IT Consulting Full-time NZD 120,481 - NZD 206,540 ContractJob Title: Game Developer Job Type: Contract Location: Remote Job Summary: Our customer’s team is seeking a Game Tools & Modding Engineer with strong rendering and engine-level experience to build high-performance, real-time applications. This role goes beyond gameplay—you’ll work on graphics systems, rendering pipelines, and low-level optimizations...
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Game Backend Development Intern
1 day ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand JobSpace Full-time NZD 90,000 - NZD 130,000 ContractJora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Lightspeed Studios is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences...
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Jr Game Developer Panda3D
4 days ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand YO IT Consulting Full-time NZD 50,000 - NZD 70,000 ContractJob Title: Jr Game Developer Panda3D Job Type: Contract Location: Remote Job Summary: In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. Key...
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Game Backend Development Intern
5 days ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Lightspeed Studios Full-time NZD 70,000 - NZD 90,000 ContractBusiness Unit: LIGHTSPEED STUDIOSBusiness Unit LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and...
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Game Designer — Co-Development Opportunities
4 days ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Side Full-timeAbout Side Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 15+ studios in over a dozen countries...
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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand YO IT Consulting Full-time NZD 50,000 - NZD 70,000 ContractYO IT Consulting is seeking a Jr Game Developer to support AI training pipelines by contributing real-world game development input. You will use Python and Panda3D to review code, test interactive 3D workflows, and help shape how models learn from examples.The role emphasizes remote collaboration, clear communication, and careful attention to detail....
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Senior Game Programmer
1 day ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand RocketWerkz Full-time NZD 100,000 - NZD 140,000 ContractSENIOR GAME PROGRAMMER (C#) Auckland | Full Time - 40 hrs a week | Salary Range 100 - 140K Yearly | Game Development team RocketWerkz is an ambitious PC video games studio based in Auckland’s waterfront. Founded by Dean Hall, creator of hit survival games DayZ and Icarus, we are independently run with support from one of the world’s largest game...
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Unreal Engine Game Backend Intern
1 day ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand JobSpace Full-time NZD 90,000 - NZD 130,000 ContractLightspeed Studios in Auckland, New Zealand, is hiring a backend engineer to build next-generation game services. You will contribute to Unreal Engine-based server infrastructure, designing and coding scalable backend components for multiplayer experiences.You should have a computer science background and experience with Unreal Engine servers; proficiency in...
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Senior Game Engine Programmer
3 days ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand RocketWerkz Full-time NZD 100,000 - NZD 150,000 ContractSENIOR GAME ENGINE PROGRAMMER (C++) Auckland | Full Time - 40 hrs a week | Salary Range 100 - 150K Yearly | Enterprise tools team A bit about us… RocketWerkz is an ambitious PC video games studio based on Auckland’s waterfront in New Zealand. Founded by Dean Hall, creator of hit survival games DayZ and Icarus, we are independently-run but have the...
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Senior C++ Game Programmer
1 day ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand RocketWerkz Full-time NZD 90,000 - NZD 140,000 ContractSENIOR C++ GAME PROGRAMMER (Unreal Engine) // ICARUS Auckland | NZD 90-140k Salary range | Game DevelopmentAPPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 22 MARCH 2026 A bit about us… RocketWerkz is an ambitious PC video games studio based on Auckland’s waterfront in New Zealand. Founded by Dean Hall, creator of hit survival game DayZ, we are independently-run but have the...
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Game AI Product Management Intern Premium
3 days ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Tencent Remote Full-timeBUSINESS UNIT LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices. ABOUT THE HIRING...
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Game AI Product Management Intern Premium
3 days ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS Remote Full-timeBUSINESS UNIT LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices. ABOUT THE HIRING...
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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand RocketWerkz Full-time NZD 100,000 - NZD 140,000 ContractRocketWerkz in Auckland is hiring a Senior Game Programmer (C#) to develop new games using their BRUTAL framework. The role requires a strong understanding of C#, with a focus on gameplay and systems. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of software development experience, a passion for gaming, and effective collaboration skills.Benefits include relocation...
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Remote Field Service Technician
1 day ago
Taihape, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand Aristocrat Gaming Full-time NZD 55,000 - NZD 75,000 ContractAristocrat Gaming is seeking a Field Service Technician to service gaming equipment across New Zealand from Napier, with remote work support. You will travel to client sites, perform servicing and installations, manage parts stock, and maintain records.The role includes weekend on-call rotations and on-site or remote collaboration to ensure flawless...
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Senior Concept Artist: Game Characters
1 day ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Side Full-time NZD 60,000 - NZD 90,000 ContractAbout SideSide is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 15+ studios in over a dozen countries...
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AI-Driven Gaming Product Intern
3 days ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand LightSpeed Studios Full-time NZD 80,000 - NZD 110,000 ContractLightSpeed Studios in Auckland is looking for a professional to track advancements in AI generative models for gaming. The role involves market research and developing innovative solutions that integrate AI into gameplay.Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science or related fields and be passionate about gaming. Prior experience in AI technologies...
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3D Character Artist — AAA Games
1 day ago
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Side Full-time NZD 60,000 - NZD 80,000 ContractSide in Auckland is seeking a mid-level 3D Character Artist to join their talent pool for future co-development opportunities. This role focuses on modeling, texturing, and optimizing high-quality character assets for AAA-quality games across various platforms.The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in the video game industry and...
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Electronic Gaming Technician
5 days ago
, New Zealand Gaming Machine Distributors Full-time NZD 60,000 - NZD 80,000 ContractJora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Gaming Machine Distributors Ltd (GMD) is looking for a motivated and reliable Electronic Gaming Technician to join our growing technical team based in DUNEDIN. This is a hands-on role responsible for the installation,...
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Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand GamblingCareers.com Full-time NZD 60,000 - NZD 90,000 ContractAristocrat is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our New Zealand team, delivering world-class service for gaming equipment. You will service, install, and maintain devices at client sites, ensuring uptime and optimal performance.You will travel to diverse client locations, work remotely from Napier, and participate in weekend on-call rotations....
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Mid-Level Mobile Game UI Artist — Unity
1 day ago
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand Outerdawn Full-time NZD 70,000 - NZD 95,000 ContractJora New Zealand is seeking a Mid-Level UI Artist to join our mobile game studio, delivering polished UI screens, icons, and layouts for our titles. This hands-on role involves designing, building, and implementing UI assets, working closely with senior artists and the development team.You will collaborate with design, tech, and production to create...