Rendering Engineer

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Blizzard Entertainment Full time

Job Title: Rendering Engineer (Senior to Expert Level)

Requisition ID: R025795

Job Description:

Your Mission

As an Expert Graphics Engineer, you will optimize, enhance, and develop new rendering systems on top of Call of Duty's AAA engine technology. You will collaborate with passionate graphics engineers across all of Activision's studios to define and shape our graphics technology, ensuring Call of Duty remains visually cutting-edge.

You will develop graphics systems for shipping products and improve the workflows of our development team. Proficiency in writing efficient, clean C/C++ and shader code is required. Candidates should have a background in graphics engine development, including modern graphics techniques, GPUs, graphics APIs, shaders, multi-threading, memory management, performance, and optimization.

This role is located at Sledgehammer Games' Melbourne studio.

What you bring to the table

The video game industry is fast-paced and evolving. Responsibilities may change to support our business. Key responsibilities include:

  1. Develop, modify, optimize, and debug rendering engine systems
  2. Deploy, evaluate performance, and test software across supported platforms
  3. Communicate features and development updates with production, engineering, design, and art teams
  4. Participate in performance and code reviews
  5. Contribute to the design and roadmap of AAA graphics engine technology
  6. Collaborate with engineering and art teams
  7. Report to the Lead Graphics Engineer
Player Profile
Minimum Requirements:
  • Experience developing and optimizing graphics systems
  • Understanding of computer architecture, GPUs, multithreading, and memory systems
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++
  • Experience writing shaders (HLSL or equivalent)
  • Development experience on current generation platforms (console, PC, mobile)
  • Familiarity with modern graphics APIs (D3D12, Vulkan, PS4/PS5, etc.)
  • Debugging and profiling skills on CPU and GPU
  • Strong 3D math background
Knowledge & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Math
  • Ability to write efficient, reliable, and readable code
Key Attributes
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively
  • Creative, motivated, focused, passionate, results-oriented
  • Passion for games and graphics technology
Bonus Points:

Experience with GPU Compute, physically based rendering/lighting, raytracing, modern consoles, profilers, and toolchains. Background in collaborating with artists on graphics features is a plus.

Your Platform

Sledgehammer Games, known for Call of Duty, is based in Melbourne. We focus on high-quality multiplayer and single-player campaigns, using cutting-edge technology and creative vision. Visit us at www.sledgehammergames.com or see our developer profiles: https://youtu.be/12DUBszg-w4.

Our World

At Activision, we aim to create iconic brands and deliver unrivaled gaming experiences. We value diversity and inclusivity, believing our success depends on passionate, creative, and diverse teams.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

The industry is fast-paced and evolving. Responsibilities may change to support our goals. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

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