Senior Graphics Programmer

Digital Extremes; London; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Extremes is seeking a Senior Graphics Programmer to enhance the visual experience of their games. The ideal candidate will have expertise in C++ and rendering techniques, driving innovation in 3D graphics within a collaborative team environment. Join a recognized leader in game development and contribute to exciting projects, including Warframe and the upcoming Soulframe.

Benefits

Competitive salary with potential bonus opportunities

Excellent benefits and paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development and career support

Qualifications

• Expertise in C++ and prior graphics rendering experience.
• Familiarity with modern rendering algorithms and techniques.
• Strong communication skills and work ethic required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a cutting-edge 3D graphics rendering system.
• Implement advanced rendering techniques across various platforms.
• Collaborate with designers and other team members to innovate.

Skills

C++

Rendering Techniques

Strong Communication Skills

Job description

Digital Extremes is looking for a Senior Graphics Programmer to join our team. In this role, you'll have the autonomy to drive initiatives and apply your deep expertise to enhance all aspects of the game. You will have the opportunity to work with our proprietary technology, to push the boundaries of what’s possible. We’re seeking someone who is motivated, proactive, and passionate about making a significant impact.

As the Senior Graphics Programmer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a cutting edge 3D graphics rendering system, implementing the latest rendering techniques and pushing the visual boundaries of what we can deliver across all platforms. Our Graphics programmers work closely with our creative, dedicated and diverse development team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain code in a fast 3D game engine
• Implement cutting-edge technology in 3D graphics to games across platforms.
• Collaborate with designers, artists and other engineers
• Contribute and innovative original ideas toward all aspects of our 3D technology
• Maintain code performance through profiling and optimization
• Provide direction for the code architecture of a next-gen game engine
• Write clear technical design and specification documents
• Encourage an open and free-thinking team atmosphere by accepting and providing direction and feedback to/from other team members
• Participate and engage with the entire production team to stay current on the scope and understanding of the project

REQUIREMENTS

• Expertise in C++
• Must have previous Graphics/Rendering experience
• Able to implement modern rendering algorithms and is familiar with rendering techniques (volumetrics, lighting, shadows, decals, particles, reflections, PBR workflow etc.)
• Strong communication skills, work ethic and motivation

Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector, BioShock for the PlayStation3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe , boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and iOS. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipatedSoulframe , an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development.

WHY WORK AT DIGITAL EXTREMES

Our culture is centered on providing great opportunities to our employees so that everyone feels they are making a meaningful impact. Developing new and existing talent is our long-term focus. We are honored that our work environment has been consistently recognized as one of “Canada’s Top 100 Employers”. We summon you to join our elite team!

The rewards of a career with Digital Extremes include:

• Competitive salary with potential bonus opportunities
• Excellent benefits and paid time off
• Matching RRSP or Simple IRA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Virtual access to Dialogue or Guardian, our mental wellness and healthcare services app
• Professional development and career support
• Work-life balance wellness subsidies
• Be part of “Giving Back” through a multitude of fundraising venues at DE
• Employee events and team building exercises

Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees.

JOIN US

Digital Extremes is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for the next steps in the hiring process will be contacted.

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