Lead Graphics Programmer

Larian Studios; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open, collaborative environment

Inclusive activities organized by studios

Commitment to community feedback

Job summary

Larian Studios, based in Warsaw, Indiana, is actively seeking a Lead Graphics Programmer to join our team. As part of an internationally recognized studio known for high-quality role-playing games like Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2, you will lead the Graphics team in crafting games that excite fans. This full-time, on-site position encourages collaboration with a diverse group of talented developers.

Your experience with C++, graphics APIs, and passion for game development will be crucial in maintaining and optimizing our proprietary engine. Join us in creating state-of-the-art gaming experiences!

Qualifications

• Demonstrable lead or management experience.
• Extensive experience programming for games.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and coach the Graphics team.
• Manage code reviews and code features documentation.
• Debug and optimize code for quality and performance.

Skills

C++ skills

Lead or Management experience

Mentor and coaching ability

Graphics APIs (Directx 12, Vulkan)

CPU and GPU profiling tools

Multi-threading

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 an additional Lead Graphics Programmer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and coach our Graphics team
• Assist with recruiting of Graphics Programmers
• Manage code reviews and code features documentation
• Work in tandem with Larian Studios other programming Leads
• Assist in maintaining, porting and extending our proprietary engine on multiple platforms
• Debug and optimize code to hit quality and performance targets
• Show a strong passion for low level coding and a big interest in performance analysis
• Complete all tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard
• Develop well designed software within project schedule to team standards
• Show strong passion for making the highest quality state of the art games
• Safeguard company assets including source code, art work, tools, technical know-how

Requirements

• Demonstrable Lead or Management experience
• Extensive experience programming for games
• Excellent C++ skills
• Strong mentor and coaching ability
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• Passion for making and playing great games
• Experience with graphics APIs like Directx 12 and Vulkan
• Experience with a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools
• Multi threading should be second nature
• This is a full-time, on‑site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity.

What We Offer

• 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