Principal Graphics Programmer (PlayStation)

TL;DR

Principal Graphics Programmer (Game Development): Designing and implementing advanced rendering features on PlayStation 5 with an accent on ray tracing, lighting, and shading. Focus on pushing innovation using GPGPU techniques and real-time ML for visual fidelity and performance optimization on RDNA2 architecture.

Location: This is a permanent, full-time position based in Helsinki, Finland. Relocation assistance to Finland is provided.

Company

hirify.global, established in 1995 and now part of PlayStation Studios, is an award-winning game development studio known for titles like Returnal, focusing on engaging gameplay and technical excellence.

What you will do

• Design and implement advanced rendering features on PlayStation 5, focusing on ray tracing.
• Develop and optimize real-time and baked lighting solutions for PS5 hardware.
• Research, prototype, and implement physically based shading models (BRDFs).
• Profile and optimize shaders, GPU workloads, and memory usage for RDNA2 architecture.
• Collaborate with art directors and technical artists to balance performance and visual quality.
• Guide and mentor other graphics programmers, setting technical standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience (8+ years) in graphics programming for consoles or high-end real-time applications with at least one shipped AAA title.
• Solid understanding of GPU architecture (AMD RDNA2) and performance optimization.
• Deep expertise in ray tracing APIs (DXR-like models, Sony’s PSR pipeline, or Vulkan RT concepts).
• Experience with PlayStation-specific graphics APIs (GNM/GNMX) or equivalent low-level rendering frameworks.
• Advanced knowledge of shader programming (HLSL/PSSL) and BRDF models.
• Experience applying machine learning techniques to graphics.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of custom ray tracing pipelines on PS5.
• Familiarity with GPU-driven rendering and task/mesh shaders.
• Background in procedural rendering workflows.
• Contributions to graphics research or open-source rendering projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary, benefits, healthcare, and Nordic work-life balance.
• Tailored immigration and relocation package to Finland.
• State-of-the-art studio facilities in the heart of Helsinki.
• Freedom, flexibility, and openness in a collaborative culture.
• Access to PlayStation Studios collaboration and games.

Hiring process

• Interviews will start immediately.
• Background checks are conducted at the offer stage for all new employees.