Senior Graphics Engineer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Graphics Engineer (Gamedev): Designing and implementing high-quality, game-like rendering scenarios for the PlayStation SDK with an accent on real-time rendering, GPU architecture, and cross-platform performance. Focus on prototyping new graphics features, optimizing complex CPU/GPU systems, and collaborating with global game development studios.

Location: Based in London, UK (Hybrid)

Company

A global leader in entertainment, providing the PlayStation ecosystem of consoles, VR hardware, and acclaimed software titles.

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of rendering scenarios to validate and showcase new graphics features at scale.
• Deliver production-grade sample code, libraries, and tools for the PlayStation SDK.
• Collaborate with global teams to establish guidelines and enable the adoption of new rendering technologies.
• Conduct performance analysis across CPU and GPU boundaries to influence graphics feature direction.
• Uphold engineering standards for developer-facing code and documentation.
• Mentor other engineers and contribute to the technical growth of the team.

Requirements

• 6–10+ years of professional experience in software engineering, specifically in game development or real-time rendering.
• Expert-level C/C++ development experience.
• Strong understanding of GPU architecture, rendering pipelines, and performance trade-offs.
• Advanced proficiency in HLSL (Shader Model 6) and modern shader development.
• Experience with low-level console or modern graphics APIs like Vulkan or DirectX 12.
• Strong collaboration skills for working across globally distributed teams.

Nice to have

• Experience architecting game engines or rendering frameworks.
• Knowledge of advanced techniques like ray tracing, global illumination, or hybrid rendering.
• Experience developing high-quality documentation or samples for external developers.
• Technical leadership or mentorship experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Discretionary bonus opportunity.
• Hybrid working environment within flex-modes.
• Private medical insurance and dental scheme.
• 25 days of annual holiday.
• On-site gym, subsidised café, and on-site bar.
• Inclusive environment with a focus on diversity and innovation.