Senior Graphics Programmer

AI overview

Design and implement cutting-edge rendering technology to enhance visual quality and performance across PC and console games, while mentoring a team of engineers.

We’re seeking a Senior Graphics Programmer to design and implement cutting-edge rendering technology for our games. You’ll shape the visual quality, performance, and technical direction of projects across PC and console platforms.

This is a hands-on role. You’ll need:

  • Deep expertise in real-time rendering
  • Strong collaboration with artists and designers
  • Ability to mentor other engineers

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect, implement, and optimize advanced real-time rendering systems and pipelines
  • Develop and maintain graphics features: lighting, shadows, post-processing, materials, VFX integration
  • Optimize GPU/CPU performance, memory usage, and frame timing across platforms
  • Work closely with technical artists and art directors to achieve high visual fidelity within performance budgets
  • Research and prototype new rendering techniques and emerging graphics technologies
  • Debug complex rendering issues using GPU debugging and profiling tools
  • Contribute to engine architecture decisions and long-term technical strategy
  • Mentor and support engineers through code reviews and technical guidance
  • Write clear, maintainable, well-documented code

Your Skills

  • 6+ years in game development, with 4+ years in graphics programming
  • Strong proficiency in C++
  • Deep knowledge of modern graphics APIs: DirectX 12, Vulkan, Metal, or equivalent
  • Strong understanding of real-time rendering techniques: PBR, deferred/forward rendering, HDR, TAA, post-processing pipelines
  • Experience optimizing for PC and/or console hardware
  • Strong linear algebra, 3D math, and shader programming (HLSL/GLSL)
  • Experience with GPU profiling/debugging tools (PIX, RenderDoc, Nsight)
  • Shipped at least two AAA or high-quality commercial titles

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with proprietary engines or deep Unreal Engine rendering customization
  • Familiarity with multithreaded engine architecture
  • Experience with upscaling techniques: DLSS, FSR, XeSS
  • Knowledge of compute-driven rendering and GPU-driven pipelines
  • Experience with ray tracing (DXR/VKRT) or hybrid rendering pipelines

Perks & benefits:

  • A flexible work model that supports work–life balance
  • Subsidised car parking
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth
  • An employee referral program with generous bonuses
  • Private health insurance and fitness subsidies
  • Access to employee mental health and wellbeing support
  • Paid parental leave
  • Childcare assistance
  • A dedicated relaxation space, including a massage chair
  • Additional paid leave, including: Birthday leave, Christmas shutdown leave, Volunteer leave, Women’s health leave
  • Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, plus daily snacks and a light breakfast
  • Friday social drinks with friendly game tournaments
  • A stunning rooftop terrace with river views and a games room
  • Exclusive Gameloft-branded merchandise
  • Our studio mascot — Mr Hendricks, the friendly Dachshund who proudly guards the studio

We can’t wait to find our next great talent!

  • If you want to join a team that values its people and makes really cool games, we want to hear from you! You can learn more about what it’s like to work at Gameloft by clicking on the video below.
  • Gameloft Brisbane is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our work environment.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Equity Compensation: An employee referral program with generous bonuses
  • Flexible Work Hours: A flexible work model that supports work–life balance
  • Free Meals & Snacks: Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, plus daily snacks and a light breakfast
  • Health Insurance: Private health insurance and fitness subsidies
  • Learning Budget: Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth
  • Other Benefit: Our studio mascot — Mr Hendricks, the friendly Dachshund who proudly guards the studio
  • Paid Parental Leave: Paid parental leave
  • Wellness Stipend: Access to employee mental health and wellbeing support

Gameloft is a prominent developer and publisher of mobile video games that crafts engaging titles across digital platforms, including smartphones, tablets, and connected TVs. Serving a global audience, Gameloft offers a diverse portfolio of over 200 games, catering to players with varying preferences, while also expanding into cross-platform titles for PC and consoles.

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