Lead Graphics Engineer

Summary

Join CD PROJEKT RED as a Lead Graphics Engineer to spearhead the development and optimization of cutting-edge graphics systems for Project Sirius, a multiplayer game set in the Witcher universe. Collaborate with artists and engineers to deliver top-tier visuals using advanced rendering, shaders, lighting, and graphical enhancements. Ensure graphics solutions are performant, efficient, and match the game's vision. Lead and mentor junior engineers, maintain coding standards, and actively seek feedback to improve systems. This hybrid/remote position offers a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in game development, with at least 1 year as a lead
• Proficiency in C++ with a robust foundation in graphics programming
• Expertise in rendering techniques, shaders, and GPU/CPU architecture
• Experience with Unreal Engine 4/5, ideally with a shipped title using the engine
• Familiarity with low-level graphics APIs (DirectX12, Vulkan, etc.) and debugging tools (RenderDoc, Pix)
• Extensive multithreaded programming skills
• Demonstrated ability to profile and optimize performance at a low level
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, communication, and a collaborative mindset

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize rendering systems to meet high visual fidelity goals
• Collaborate with the art team to create performant tools and workflows for impactful visuals
• Work across disciplines to develop innovative rendering solutions for large-scale, open-world environments
• Maintain, debug, and enhance existing graphics systems for improved performance and memory utilization
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to the team
• Ensure adherence to the team's coding standards and contribute to overall code quality
• Actively solicit and integrate feedback to enhance system performance and design

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on AAA console titles, particularly with Unreal Engine
• Familiarity with memory management and platform-specific optimizations

Benefits

• Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental)
• Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years)
• 401K with employer matching
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Flexible working hours
• Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available