Game Programmer Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Game Programmer includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Developing and implementing game software 
  • Ensuring that the game design is fully implemented and performs as expected
  • Creating unit tests and validation procedures, and documenting technical specifications
  • Working closely with a lead game developer to create task/project deliverables
  • Interface with Quality Assurance, Game Producers, Game Designers, Artists, Mathematicians, and Sound Designers

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Game Programmer duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Game Programmer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.