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Senior Expert VFX Programmer

Masovian Voivodeship, Poland (On-site)

Senior Expert VFX Programmer

16 Minutes ago • 8 Years + • Rendering

About the job

Summary

Elsewhere Entertainment seeks a Senior Expert VFX Programmer to lead VFX direction for their next-generation AAA game. Responsibilities include designing runtime systems, data pipelines, and authoring tools for their proprietary engine; collaborating with artists and programmers on feature implementation; developing and communicating a technical vision and roadmap; working within performance and memory budgets; and translating creative ideas into software. The ideal candidate possesses 8+ years of professional programming experience, strong rendering and GPU experience, proficiency in C++, 3D math, and graphical algorithms, and a dedication to clean, optimized code. They will drive a culture of excellence and innovation.

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Must have:

8+ years programming experience
Strong rendering & GPU experience
Proficiency in C++, 3D math, graphical algorithms
Runtime profiling, optimization, multi-threading expertise
Ownership of VFX system and its future direction
Collaboration with artists and programmers

Good to have:

Major recognition in field
AAA title contributions with leadership
Game console programming experience

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Job Title:

Senior Expert VFX Programmer

Requisition ID:

R024324

Job Description:

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Senior Expert VFX Programmer to join our team and help shape the foundation of our next-generation AAA experiences on our new IP.

In this role, you will drive the direction of VFX for our game to ensure that we deliver an exceptional experience to our future players. You will have a strong influence on the technical roadmap, and you will drive the design, implementation, and tools needed to realize this ambition. You will work closely with engineers and content creators to drive a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration by inspiring those around you with your technical expertise and clear vision for success.

You’ll help us by…

Taking ownership of our VFX system and its future direction. This includes designing runtime systems, data pipelines, and custom authoring tools for our proprietary game engine.

Collaborating closely with VFX artists and other programmers to design, prototype, and implement new features.

Developing and communicating a technical vision and roadmap that aligns with project goals, inspiring and guiding your peers and stakeholders.

Working with the content team to meet project requirements while staying within performance and memory budgets.

Working with stakeholders to translate creative ideas into software.

Collaborate with peers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence.

You’re awesome because you have…

8+ years of professional programming experience.

Strong experience working with rendering and GPUs.

Significant background in runtime profiling, runtime/memory usage optimization, multi-threading, etc.

Significant proficiency in C++, 3D math, and graphical algorithms and techniques.

Ability to anticipate challenges, propose innovative solutions, and ensure long-term sustainability of systems.

Self-motivated, ability to work independently and efficiently under deadlines.

A strong desire in writing clean, maintainable, portable, and optimized code.

Bonus points for…

Major recognition in your field(s) of expertise.

Contributed significantly to multiple shipped AAA titles, demonstrating leadership in delivering high-quality results.

Experience programming on game consoles.

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

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About The Company

Activision

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Founded in 1979, Activision continues to disrupt the world of entertainment with its extensive roster of epic blockbuster games -- Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™, Bungie’s Destiny and Call of Duty.®

As the leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products on consoles, mobile and PC, our “press start” is simple: delight players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

Activision is headquartered in Santa Monica, and publishes globally in markets including U.S., Canada, Brazil, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Poland, Sweden, Spain, Denmark, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, mainland China, Hong Kong and the region of Taiwan.

At Activision, we strive to connect and engage our global player community through entertainment. Our success comes from the passionate, talented and diverse team of people behind our world-class franchises. Ensuring Activision is an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive will help us deliver a new era of epic entertainment for our players.