Graphics Programmer

Rockstar Games; Oakville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is at the forefront of game development, where creativity and innovation thrive. In this full-time role, you will work on cutting-edge graphics technologies, contributing to the creation of stunning visuals for games. Collaborate with a talented team in an inclusive environment that values learning and growth. Your expertise in C/C++, shader programming, and graphics APIs will be essential as you help shape the future of gaming. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry, working alongside passionate professionals who share your love for games.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of graphics development experience in PC or console.
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance graphics technologies for state-of-the-art visuals.
• Collaborate with programming team to integrate graphics technologies.

Skills

C/C++ programming

HLSL or other shader programming

3D graphics APIs (Direct3D, OpenGL, Vulkan)

Performance optimization

Debugging graphics pipelines

Multithreaded programming

Working with large code bases

Collaboration with artists and designers

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

PIX

Razor CPU/GPU

Tuner

Vtune

Renderdoc

Job description

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

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’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.