Senior Graphics Programmer - Engine Ownership

IO Interactive A/S; Brighton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IO Interactive in Brighton is seeking an experienced Graphics Programmer to own rendering systems across our multi-project portfolio. You will inherit well-architected code, drive stability, and ensure performance on console generations while delivering on tight deadlines.

You will work with Glacier engine, writing robust C++ and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize data flow, memory management, and rendering features such as cloth, crowds, terrain, and weather.

Qualifications

• Shipped at least one AAA title as a Graphics/Rendering Programmer.
• Strong C++ programmer with deep experience in engine-level graphics systems.
• Proven expertise in graphics APIs (DirectX, Vulkan, or equivalent) and shader programming.
• Experienced with performance profiling and optimization in large-scale codebases.
• Strong grasp of GPU architecture, rendering pipelines, and graphics theory.
• Comfortable working across multiple platforms with a focus on console development.
• Excellent communicator who can work effectively in a distributed, multicultural team environment.
• Able to step into established systems and take ownership quickly.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain rendering systems and graphics pipelines across multiple projects and console generations.
• Write robust, performant C++ code that forms the backbone of our proprietary Glacier engine.
• Profile, debug, and optimize rendering performance across CPU and GPU, with deep focus on platform-specific constraints.
• Collaborate with engine systems teams to improve data flow, memory management, and rendering feature integration.
• Implement and optimize advanced rendering techniques for complex visual systems including cloth, crowds, terrain, weather, and environmental effects.
• Maintain and strengthen rendering architecture as projects move into production.

Skills

C++

Graphics engine

Shader programming

Graphics APIs

Performance profiling

GPU architecture

Cross-platform

Ownership

Tools

Glacier engine

Job description

IO Interactive in Brighton is seeking an experienced Graphics Programmer to own rendering systems across our multi-project portfolio. You will inherit well-architected code, drive stability, and ensure performance on console generations while delivering on tight deadlines.

You will work with Glacier engine, writing robust C++ and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize data flow, memory management, and rendering features such as cloth, crowds, terrain, and weather.