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Salary Survey 2024 Departments & roles
SALARIES BY FUNCTION AND ROLE
SALES & ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
Business development managers remain in high demand , especially midlevel roles with salaries around £ 60-80K , where deep product knowledge and strong networks are crucial for new market entry . Demand has surged in Europe for candidates experienced in crash games . While salaries have seen modest increases , typically £ 5-10K for those changing roles , fewer senior positions are available as companies manage tighter budgets . Flexibility remains key , with many roles involving extensive travel . Hybrid or remote options continue to give employees a competitive advantage . Karl Harenburg
JOB TITLE FROM TO AVERAGE
SALES MANAGER £ 50,000 £ 90,000 £ 75,000
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
£ 60,000 £ 100,000 £ 75,000
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR £ 90,000 £ 140,000 £ 125,000
ACCOUNT MANAGER £ 40,000 £ 80,000 £ 65,000
ACCOUNT DIRECTOR £ 75,000 £ 100,000 £ 85,000
TECHNOLOGY
Since July , demand for senior tech roles has increased , reversing a quieter period over the past 12 months . While junior-level hiring remains limited , many companies are open to mid-level hires , investing in training to develop their skills . This renewed confidence follows a period of consolidation , where companies reassessed their plans . Now , market expansion is back on the agenda , with new entrants , particularly sweepstakes and crypto casinos , building out their tech teams .
Specialist skills are in high demand , especially those with expertise in crypto gaming , particularly CTOs , and lead frontend developers . As competition for senior tech talent intensifies , salaries are rising incrementally , reflecting the need to attract top-tier candidates . While lower-end salaries have dipped slightly , compensation for senior roles has increased in line with the demand for specialist knowledge and igaming experience .
Remote work remains a strong preference , particularly for B2B tech roles , but there is a gradual shift towards hybrid models . Many
JOB TITLE FROM TO AVERAGE
GAME DESIGNER € 60,000 € 70,000 € 65,000
SENIOR GAME DESIGNER € 70,000 € 90,000 € 80,000
GAME MATHEMATICIAN € 60,000 € 75,000 € 67,500
SENIOR GAME MATHEMATICIAN € 75,000 € 90,000 € 82,500
FRONTEND DEVELOPER € 40,000 € 90,000 € 62,500
BACKEND DEVELOPER € 40,000 € 90,000 € 65,000
DEVOPS SPECIALIST € 55,000 € 105,000 € 75,000
LEAD DEVELOPER ( SME ) € 80,000 € 95,000 € 85,000
LEAD DEVELOPER ( LARGE COMPANY )
[ Salaries quoted in € as this is more common ]
€ 85,000 € 110,000 € 90,000
CTO ( SME ) € 130,000 € 180,000 € 150,000
CTO ( LARGE COMPANY ) € 180,000 € 350,000 € 260,000
employers recognise the value of flexibility , balancing remote options with the benefits of on-site collaboration . Market expansion into new regions has also prompted companies to consider talent from adjacent industries , bringing in lead developers who can adapt quickly to the unique challenges of igaming . This strategic approach to hiring is helping companies secure the expertise needed to support their growth ambitions . Chris Gyere
SALARY SURVEY 2024