2D Game Developer (Defold) jobs across Africa

About this role

This is a remote 2D Game Developer (Defold) contract open to candidates across Africa. You will work asynchronously with international teams on game development projects, choosing your own hours and invoicing in USD. Because the role is fully distributed, employers hire on demonstrated skill rather than location — which is exactly where JobCopilot gives Nigerien applicants an advantage.

What you will do

• Deliver 2d game developer (defold) work to an agreed quality bar and deadline
• Collaborate asynchronously across time zones using written updates
• Iterate on reviewer feedback and keep quality scores high
• Track your own hours and submit them for USD payout

Requirements

• Proven experience as a 2d game developer (defold) or in a closely related role
• Professional written English and reliable async communication
• A laptop and stable internet in Niger (GMT+1)
• A USD payout method such as Payoneer, Wise or a domiciliary account

Pay and what it means in Niger

At $50–$150 per hour, twenty billable hours a week works out to roughly $4,000–$12,000 per month — well above the Niger mid-level local band of $650–$2,000 per month. Payment is made in USD, so your earnings are insulated from XOF volatility.