Graphics Programmer

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Nixxes Software is an industry-leading Dutch company specializing in video game design, development and porting.

Working alongside global partners since 1999, our work is fueled by a love for gaming and commitment to innovation. Our Utrecht based team prides itself on delivering the best possible experience for every gamer, regardless of platform. In July 2021 Nixxes joined PlayStation Studios to focus on delivering the highest-quality gameplay experiences for PlayStation fans.

Graphics Programmer

For our studio in Utrecht, the Netherlands, we are looking for a highly collaborative, passionate and skilled Graphics Programmer to support our graphics programming team. In this role, you will implement high-level graphical effects as well as low-level enhancements to the graphics engines we work with to enable and optimize them.

Responsibilities:

• Designing and writing well-structured, readable and maintainable code
• Playing a key role in a team working on a large code base
• Working with state of the art graphics and lighting techniques
• Debug and pragmatically solve various development problems
  
  

Essential Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of previous experience as a programmer in the games industry or a related industry
• Up-to-date knowledge of current APIs such as DirectX 11/12 and OpenGL 4.x and Vulkan
• Profound understanding of state of the art graphics and lighting techniques
• A solid background in mathematics
• Fluency in C++ and other applicable programming languages
• Strong understanding of optimization techniques
• Thorough understanding of code performance and complexity
• Ability to work well in a deadline and milestone driven environment
• Good communication skills in written and spoken English
• Must live in the Netherlands, this is not a remote role
  
  

Plusses:

• (Native) Dutch speaker
  
  

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

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