Graphics Programmer
Key Skills
Job Description
Job Description For our studio in Utrecht, Netherlands, we are looking for a highly collaborative, passionate and skilled Graphics Programmer that can support our graphics programming team and implement high-level graphical effects as well as making low-level enhancements to the graphics engines we work with to enable and optimize these on various platforms. Responsibilities Designing and writing well-structured, readable and maintainable code Playing a key role in a team working on a large code base Working with state of the art graphics and lighting techniques Debug and pragmatically solve various development problems Competencies, Skills & Knowledge At least 3 years of previous experience as a programmer in the games industry or a related industry Up-to-date knowledge of current APIs such as DirectX 11/12 and OpenGL 4.x and Vulkan Profound understanding of state of the art graphics and lighting techniques A solid background in mathematics Fluency in C++ and other applicable programming languages Strong understanding of optimization techniques Thorough understanding of code performance and complexity Ability to work well in a deadline and milestone driven environment Good communication skills in written and spoken English Must live in the Netherlands, this is not a remote role Plusses (Native) Dutch speaker Ability to think creatively to overcome technical challenges
Core Responsibilities
Design and write well-structured, readable, maintainable code while contributing to a large codebase as part of a team. Implement high-level graphical effects, improve graphics engines at a low level, optimize them for multiple platforms, and debug development problems.
Requirements
Requires at least three years of programming experience in the games industry or a related field, fluency in C++ and other applicable languages, and up-to-date knowledge of DirectX 11/12, OpenGL 4.x, and Vulkan. Candidates should understand advanced graphics and lighting techniques, mathematics, optimization, and code performance, communicate well in English, work effectively to deadlines, and live in the Netherlands.
About Nixxes Software
Industry: Computer Games
Company size: 51-200 employees
Nixxes Software is an industry-leading Dutch company specializing in video game design, development and porting. Working alongside global partners since 1999, our work is fueled by a love for gaming and commitment to innovation. Our Utrecht based team prides itself on delivering the best possible experience for every gamer, regardless of platform. In July 2021 Nixxes joined PlayStation Studios to focus on delivering the highest-quality gameplay experiences for PlayStation fans.