Senior Graphics Programmer

1 Month ago • 2 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Graphics Programmer to join our team and enhance our advanced custom renderer to support our game projects. This role involves implementing low-level graphics systems, researching the latest trends in real-time rendering, designing and maintaining graphics code, and collaborating with designers and artists. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of graphics systems and a passion for developing high-quality video games and engine systems. This role is for the foreseeable future a remote position.

Must have:

Minimum 2 years of graphics engine development experience.
Expert proficiency with C++ and HLSL using a DirectX 12 renderer.
Deep knowledge of advanced, low-level graphics systems.
Experience writing and debugging code in a 3D game engine.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
Motivated self-starter with exceptional technical ability.
Passionate about developing high quality video games.

Good to have:

Experience writing platform specific graphics code for the latest consoles.
Experience programming in Java.

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Job Details

We are looking for a talented and experienced Graphics Programmer to join our team and enhance our advanced custom renderer to support the needs of our game projects. We are a technology focused company with an experienced programming team and an modern proprietary game engine aiming to create realistic visuals.

A successful candidate will be a skilled and motivated graphics programmer able to write concise, logical, bug-free code that is on the cutting edge of technology in the space of real-time rendering.

Candidates local to Ontario, Canada are preferred, but this is not a requirement.

Responsibilities

Implement low level graphics systems from the ground up in a proprietary engine.
Research academic papers to stay informed on latest trends in advanced real-time rendering.
Design, implement, and maintain clear, concise, bug-free graphics code.
Debug, optimize, or modify code to adhere to quality, readability, and reliability standards.
Review, test, and verify code to ensure correctness, robustness, and efficiency.
Collaborate with designers and artists to understand and implement graphics systems that are functional, easy to use, and support the needs of our engine.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 2 years of graphics engine development experience on shipped products.
Expert proficiency with C++ and HLSL using a DirectX 12 renderer.
Deep knowledge of advanced, low-level graphics systems, including lighting, shading, and post processing.
An eye for visuals and understanding of the technology required to achieve photorealistic real-time rendering.
Experience writing and debugging code inside a proprietary or commercial C++ 3D game engine such as Unreal Engine.
Motivated self-starter with exceptional technical ability and exceptional communication skills.
Passionate about developing high quality video games and engine systems.

Bonus Skills

Experience writing platform specific graphics code the latest consoles.
Experience programming in Java.

How to Apply
You will need to provide:

Resume detailing your experience. (required)
Cover letter. (preferred)
References. (preferred)

Send the aforementioned items either by link or as an attachment to jobs@tacticstudios.com, subject "Senior Graphics Programmer".

NOTE: For the foreseeable future, all positions at Tactic Studios are performed remotely, working from home. We are flexible to accommodate the unique needs you may have to ensure a productive, healthy work environment.