Senior Graphics Programmer (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Senior Graphics Programmer (Unreal Engine): Developing and optimizing rendering techniques, memory management, and content pipelines for game development with an accent on technical design and implementation of large-scale rendering features. Focus on owning complex systems, improving workflows, and ensuring games are bug-free and exceed quality standards.

Location: Hybrid role based in Leamington Spa, UK.

Company

Third Kind Games is a world-class co-development studio founded in 2016 by former Activision veterans, working with major industry partners on various co-development projects including feature development, remasters, platform ports, and full game development services.

What you will do

• Use rendering techniques, optimisation, memory management, and content pipelines to support game development.
• Work with the team to develop features that address and enhance game objectives.
• Deliver and own the technical design and implementation of large-scale rendering features.
• Fully own complex systems through design and development, collaborating closely with game designers and other disciplines.
• Contribute to improving workflows, tools, and coding standards.
• Take an active role in mentoring and developing junior staff.

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in a Graphics Programming role working with C++/C# and HLSL/CG languages.
• 3+ years’ experience profiling and optimising code for optimal CPU, GPU, memory, and bandwidth usage.
• Professional experience with Unreal and/or Unity.
• Proven debugging and critical analysis skills.
• Proven ability working in a team.

Nice to have

• Experience with other engines such as Lumberyard.
• Experience with working on PC and consoles.
• Experience with Real-time networked multiplayer games.
• Interest or experience with generative AI technologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive culture emphasising work-life balance, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects.
• Join a diverse and supportive team.
• Mentoring and development opportunities for staff.

Hiring process

• Telephone interview.
• Face-to-face or virtual interviews.