Senior Graphics Engineer - NBA 2K

1 Week ago • 5 Years + • Graphics Engineer • $115,700 PA - $177,100 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Visual Concepts is seeking a Senior Graphics Engineer for its NBA 2K team to enhance visual fidelity through cutting-edge rendering technology. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance C/C++ code and HLSL shaders. Responsibilities include exploring and implementing new rendering technologies, optimizing GPU performance, collaborating with art and design teams, leading improvements in VFX, lighting, and post-processing, and participating in system-wide rendering tech upgrades. The ideal candidate will be passionate, thoughtful, driven, and possess advanced proficiency in HLSL or a similar shading language, strong 3D math skills, and deep understanding of optimization techniques.
Must have:
  • 5+ years of game or graphics development experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Advanced HLSL or comparable shading language proficiency
  • Strong 3D math concepts
  • Deep optimization understanding
  • Efficient, portable, reliable, readable code
  • Fluent English
Good to have:
  • Experience shipping a AAA title
  • Expertise in physically-based rendering
  • Real-time global illumination
  • Post-processing effects
  • Simulating natural phenomena
  • Machine learning in graphics

Job Details

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

 

What We Need:

Our talented NBA 2K team is looking for a Senior Graphics Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge rendering technology. In this role, you’ll work on the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance C/C++ code and HLSL shaders, contributing directly to the visual fidelity of our games. If you're a creative problem solver who thrives on pushing the boundaries of real-time graphics and enjoys collaborating in a high-caliber engineering environment, we want to hear from you. This position reports to the Lead Graphics Engineer.

 

What You Will Do:

  • Explore and implement new rendering technologies to elevate visual quality
  • Optimize GPU performance to support smooth, high-fidelity gameplay
  • Partner with art and design teams to define and enhance the look and feel of the NBA 2K series
  • Lead improvements in VFX, lighting, and post-processing graphics features
  • Participate in system-wide upgrade initiatives to keep our rendering tech current

 

Who Will Be A Great Fit:

  • Most importantly: thoughtful, passionate, and driven
  • 5+ years of experience in game or graphics development
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
  • Advanced proficiency in HLSL or a comparable shading language
  • Strong grasp of 3D math concepts and applications
  • Deep understanding of optimization techniques and trade-offs
  • Demonstrate ability to write efficient, portable, reliable, and readable code
  • Fluent in English, both written and verbal

 

Might Be Nice:

  • Experience shipping a AAA title
  • Deep expertise in areas such as physically-based rendering, real-time global illumination, post-processing effects, or simulating natural phenomena
  • Familiarity with applying machine learning techniques to graphics-related challenges

 

This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States. Below are the expected salary and wage ranges for applicants based in locations where the pay transparency law is in effect: California: $122,400 - $157,300 per year. New York State (inclusive of New York City): $137.700 - $ 177,100 per year. Washington: $115,700 - $148,800 per year. Base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

 

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com

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