Engine Programmer (C++)

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Company

Larian Studios develops high-quality role-playing games, including Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain all aspects of the game engine.
• Write performant, robust, and maintainable C++ code.
• Debug, profile, and optimize code to meet quality and performance targets.
• Contribute to code reviews, testing, documentation, and engine design.
• Develop tools and gameplay systems and suggest improvements to engine processes and implementations.
• Work independently while mentoring and supporting team members.

Requirements

• Proficiency in C++ with contributions to shipped games.
• Experience with data-driven development.
• Experience using a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools.
• Strong knowledge of multithreading and modern hardware.
• Collaborative, open-minded approach and willingness to experiment and iterate.
• Professional written and spoken English.

Nice to have

• Experience with animation systems, modern graphics APIs, or console development.
• Experience with SIMD programming and low-level x86, ARM, DXBC, or SPIR-V assembly.
• Experience with networking and multiplayer systems.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or software engineering.

Culture & Benefits

• Work with an international team of more than 500 employees across seven studios.
• Open and collaborative environment where ideas are encouraged.
• Experienced game-development leadership.
• Inclusive workplace with studio- and employee-organized activities.
• Focus on making high-quality games and incorporating community feedback.