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Senior/Principal Graphics Engineer

Join thatgamecompany as a Senior Graphics Engineer to develop high-performance C++ systems for a leading social game.

Location
Remote - US
Compensation
$150k–$220k/yr
Level
senior
Type
full time · Remote

Posted by employer 1 month ago

First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

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Skills & Technologies

C++ Metal Vulkan Flexible on stack

Requirements

Experience
6+ years

Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Mental Health Resources Remote Work Paid Time Off Wellness Stipend Health Insurance Pet Insurance

Joblaze summary

In this role, the Senior Graphics Engineer will focus on developing high-performance C++ systems for a proprietary game engine, emphasizing real-time rendering and optimization across various devices. Key skills include expertise in C++, modern rendering pipelines, and experience with graphics APIs like Vulkan and Metal. This position is ideal for seasoned professionals with at least six years in the gaming industry, particularly those who have shipped large-scale 3D games. The team values collaboration and mentorship, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Joblaze insights

Quick facts

Is the Senior/Principal Graphics Engineer role remote?
Yes — thatgamecompany lists this as a fully remote position.
What's the salary range?
thatgamecompany lists $150,000–$220,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 6 years of relevant experience for this Senior/Principal Graphics Engineer role.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, Metal, Vulkan.
What seniority level is this role?
thatgamecompany targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Senior/Principal Graphics Engineer role at thatgamecompany.

From the original posting

Remote: US and Canada Only

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Graphics Engineer to join our engine team and help us continue to grow the most advanced social game on earth.

You’ll collaborate with fellow engine team members as well as gameplay engineers, artists and designers to bring the highest quality game experience to players on all supported devices — regardless of platform or performance tier.

What you’ll do here

  • Develop high-performance C++ systems for our proprietary game engine, with a focus on real-time rendering, performance and scalability.

  • Design, implement, and maintain rendering features, core engine components, tools and graphics pipelines.

  • Profile and optimize GPU and CPU performance across a wide range of devices, with particular emphasis on mobile.

  • Write clean, maintainable code with clear documentation and code-level comments.

  • Contribute to team growth by mentoring others, sharing best practices, and staying up-to-date with graphics and platform trends.

Must haves

  • Expert-level C++ development skills with deep knowledge of performance tuning, multi-threading, and low-level engine systems.

  • Have shipped large-scale 3D games across multiple platforms.

  • Experience with game engines and art/content pipelines.

  • Deep understanding of modern rendering pipelines and graphics APIs. We use Vulkan and Metal.

  • Proficiency with GPU profiling/debugging tools.

  • At least 6 years of Game industry experience

Nice to have

  • Passion for pushing the boundaries of Android graphics, particularly with Vulkan.

  • Familiarity with SIMD instruction sets.

  • Something to share from shadertoy.com.


Perks:

  • Paid Time Off, Holidays and Two Weeks Winter Break

  • Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company. Moreover, these benefits start on the first day of the job—there’s no waiting period before they kick in.

  • Pet Insurance for those who need it too.

  • Compassionate leave for employees who needs to take care of their family members

  • Pre-tax wellness stipend

  • Pre-tax work from home stipend

  • Access our savings plan (401K program) with company match

  • Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Discount portal for everyday goods and services

  • Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together

  • Support for personal professional development

We look forward to meeting you!

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Unfortunately, We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The salary range for this position is $150,000.00 USD to $220,000.00 USD annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company’s compensation practices.
Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the Company’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision,
401k, and paid time off.

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