Senior Engine Programmer (Cinematic)

CD PROJEKT RED; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 127,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game company in Canada is looking for a Senior Engine Programmer (Cinematic) to work on Cyberpunk 2. This role involves developing cinematic solutions and collaborating with a diverse team in Unreal Engine 5. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience, strong C++ skills, and knowledge of cinematic workflows. The position offers a hybrid or remote work model, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Company-paid medical healthcare

Paid leave — 20 days of holiday per year

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Flexible working hours

Dog-friendly office

International working environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of industry experience.
• Professional knowledge of Unreal Engine.
• Experience with low-level profiling and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Story Team and maintaining cinematic systems.
• Creating tools and data pipelines for performance.
• Designing improvements to the level sequencer.

Skills

Fluent C++

Cinematic workflows knowledge

Strong communication skills

Proactive attitude

Tools

Unreal Engine

Job description

Overview

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Engine Programmer (Cinematic) to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. In this role, you will become part of the team responsible for developing cinematic solutions that enable designers and artists to deliver on the vision of the game. You'll be working with a world-class team of engineers, artists and designers in Unreal Engine 5, creating technology that will define the future of our games and enabling our art teams to breathe life into our titles.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Story Team and maintaining cinematic systems.
• Creating tools and data pipelines to realize our massive world with minimal performance impact.
• Designing and implementing improvements to the level sequencer.
• Developing optimal workflows to enable our art and design teams to bring the world of Cyberpunk 2 to life.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of industry experience.
• Fluent C++.
• Professional knowledge of Unreal Engine.
• Strong knowledge of cinematic workflows.
• Experience with low-level profiling and optimization.
• Strong communication skills, responsibility, sense of ownership and dedication for work.
• A proactive attitude towards helping the team to get their work done faster and more efficiently.

Nice to have

• Shipped at least one Unreal-based project for Xbox, Playstation consoles.

Additional Information

The application window for this position will close by 04/30/2026.

This job can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote.

Benefits and Perks

• Health & Well-Being
• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
• Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
• Paid leave — 20 days of holiday per year (26 days after two years).
• RRSP with employer matching.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.

• Perks & Professional Growth
• Flexible working hours.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

• Life in the Office
• Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

Remarks

This position is a new role.

Compensation

Estimated pay range for this position: $127,200 - $190,800 CAD annually

At CD PROJEKT RED, compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.

Equal Opportunity

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