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 Graphics Programmer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.
Responsibilities
- To maintain and extend our proprietary engine on its VFX related part (particle simulation, materials, post-process effects, rendering/lighting pipeline).
- Work closely together with Art/VFX department, to implement visual effects of topnotch quality and extending our library of existing VFX components.
- Debug and optimize code to hit quality and performance targets
- Document code features.
Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of C++.
- Strong technical background (bachelor’s degree or comparable experience).
- Good spoken/written English.
- Passion for making and playing great games.
- Experience with modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, Metal.
- Experience with a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools.
- Experience with particle system algorithms, including GPU particle implementations.
- Excellent knowledge of shading languages and experience with writing complex GPU algorithms using shading languages.
- Multi threading should be second nature.
- Excellent software design and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent software debugging skills.
- You are a team player and willing to take responsibility.
Nice to Haves
- C# experience
- Shipped game/console titles rong plus
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 likeminded 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
We are looking for highly motivated individuals with ever-evolving skillsets and passion for player experience. If you want to contribute to making amazing RPG experiences, we would love to hear from you.
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What We Do
Founded in 1996, Larian Studios has long been dedicated to creating world-class video games. The team is known for the critically acclaimed Divinity series - six games that straddle multiple genres and defy expectations. Its first crowdfunded success, Divinity: Original Sin, won over 150 awards and nominations, while its sequel Divinity: Original Sin 2 launched with a 93 Metacritic rating, as well as over 160 awards. Its latest game, Baldur's Gate 3, launched to critical acclaim, receiving over 200 Game of the Year Awards, including the five major trophies from the BAFTA Game Awards, Golden Joysticks, Game Developers Choice, DICE, and The Game Awards
