Junior Engine Programmer

Larian; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open, collaborative environment

Access to experienced game developers

Inclusive activities organized by studios or employees

Commitment to community feedback

Job summary

Larian in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Junior Engine Programmer to contribute to high-quality role-playing games like Baldur’s Gate 3. Responsibilities include engine development, code optimization, and documentation.

The ideal candidate possesses strong C++ skills, a degree in computer science or software engineering, and a passion for game creation. Larian offers an inclusive environment and opportunities to collaborate with seasoned developers.

Qualifications

• Open-minded, willing to collaborate, experiment and iterate over a specific feature.
• Passion for making and playing great games.
• Experience with data-driven development.
• A professional level of written and spoken English.
• Experience with SIMD programming.
• Experience with low-level x86/ARM/DXBC/Spir-V assembly.
• Knowledge of modern hardware.

Responsibilities

• Work on all aspects of Engine Development.
• Write performant, robust and maintainable code.
• Debug, profile and optimise code to hit quality and performance targets.
• Contribute to code reviews, testing and documentation.
• Show strong passion for making the highest quality state-of-the-art games.

Skills

Proficiency in C++

Experience with modern graphics APIs (Vulkan, D3D12, GNM)

Multithreading should be second nature

Experience with modern console development (PS4/5, Xbox One/Series, Switch 1/2)

Networking/multiplayer experience

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in computer science or software engineering

Tools

CPU and GPU profiling tools

Job description

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high‑quality role‑playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Junior Engine Programmer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

• Work on all aspects of Engine Development
• Write performant, robust and maintainable code
• Debug, profile and optimise code to hit quality and performance targets
• Contribute to code reviews, testing and documentation
• Show strong passion for making the highest quality state‑of‑the‑art games

Qualifications

• Proficiency in C++
• Open‑minded, willing to collaborate, experiment and iterate over a specific feature
• Passion for making and playing great games
• Experience with data‑driven development
• A professional level of written and spoken English
• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in computer science or software engineering
• Experience with modern graphics API’s (Vulkan, D3D12, GNM, …)
• Experience with modern console development (PS4/5, Xbox One/Series, Switch 1/2…)
• Experience with SIMD programming
• Experience with low‑level x86/ARM/DXBC/Spir‑V assembly
• Experience with networking / multiplayer
• Experience with a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools
• Multithreading should be second nature
• Knowledge of modern hardware

Benefits

• An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small‑studio feel
• An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
• A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
• Sharing hobbies and passions with like‑minded colleagues
• Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
• Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback