Graphics Programmer

1 Month ago • 1 Years + • Graphics Engineer • Undisclosed

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Job Description

Rockstar Toronto seeks talented Graphics Programmers passionate about creating realistic and engaging game visuals. Responsibilities include developing and enhancing graphics technologies (rendering, lighting, shadows, shaders, etc.), collaborating with programmers to integrate these technologies, and occasionally mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, 1+ years of PC or console graphics development, proficiency in C/C++, HLSL or similar shader languages, and experience with 3D graphics APIs (Direct3D, OpenGL, Vulkan). The role involves optimizing performance and memory, debugging graphics pipelines, and working with artists and designers. The position is full-time and in-office at Rockstar's Oakville, ON studio.
Must have:
  • C/C++ programming
  • HLSL or shader languages
  • 3D graphics APIs (Direct3D, OpenGL, Vulkan)
  • Performance optimization
  • Graphics pipeline debugging
  • Multithreaded programming
  • Collaboration with artists/designers
Good to have:
  • Shipped title (Xbox/Playstation)
  • Real-time ray tracing APIs (DXR, NVX)
  • Experience with large codebases

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Toronto is on the lookout for talented Graphics Programmers who possess a passion for breathing life, realism, and fun into games.

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s unique game development studio in Oakville, ON. 

WHAT WE DO

  • We develop cutting-edge graphics and visual effect systems, working together with other departments to create optimal, attractive solutions for our games.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop new and enhance existing graphics technologies (rendering, lighting, shadows, shaders, culling, scene management and others) to help achieve state-of-the-art visuals.
  • Work closely with the rest of the programming team to assist in integrating graphics technologies, identify extensions to that technology, and help create those improvements.
  • Occasional mentoring of more junior members of the team.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • A degree in Computer Science / related discipline or equivalent experience.
  • 1+ years of PC or console graphics development experience.

SKILLS

  • Experience with C/C++ programming
  • Experience with HLSL or other vendor specific shader programming language.
  • Experience with 3D graphics APIs (Direct3D 11+, OpenGL, Vulkan and/or vendor specific).
  • Experience optimizing both performance factors and memory footprints using hardware and software profilers (PIX, Razor CPU/GPU, Tuner, Vtune, etc.).
  • Experience debugging graphics pipelines using relevant platform tooling (Renderdoc, Pix, Razor GPU, etc.).
  • Experience with multithreaded programming.
  • Experience working with large code bases.
  • Ability to work with artists, designers and other content creators to make sure they can get the most out of the technology.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

  • At least one shipped title; preferably on the Xbox and/or Playstation consoles.
  • Experience using modern real time ray tracing APIs (DXR, NVX or vendor specific).
  • Passionate about playing and making games.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.                                   

** For those based in Toronto, Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants and employees as long as such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship on Rockstar, and consistent with its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

 

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About The Company

Join a tight-knit team responsible for creating and publishing some of the most popular, innovative and critically acclaimed interactive entertainment in the world including the Grand Theft Auto series, the Red Dead series and many more.


Known for our dedication to quality and authenticity, a career at Rockstar Games is an opportunity to work on some of the most cutting edge, creatively rewarding and challenging projects available in any entertainment medium with some of the most talented people in the industry.


We offer successful candidates highly competitive salary and compensation packages, including a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees. Rockstar Games is an equal opportunity employer.

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