Rendering Engineer (Real-time Graphics)

TL;DR

Rendering Engineer (Real-time Graphics): Architecting and owning the rendering pipeline for interactive experiences with an accent on cinematic visual fidelity and high-performance graphics. Focus on implementing advanced rendering techniques like ray tracing and global illumination to bridge the gap between cinema and real-time platforms.

Location: Raleigh, NC. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Company

Artist-led independent studio founded by the Russo Brothers, expanding storytelling into immersive, interconnected worlds.

What you will do

• Architect and own the rendering pipeline for real-time interactive experiences to deliver cinematic visual fidelity.
• Research, prototype, and implement advanced techniques including global illumination, ray tracing, and PBR.
• Collaborate with Art and Technical Art teams to define material workflows and lighting standards.
• Profile and optimize GPU and CPU performance to maintain high frame rates without sacrificing quality.
• Develop engine-level tooling and editor workflows to empower artists and designers.
• Evaluate emerging APIs and hardware capabilities like DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan, and Metal.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of professional experience in real-time rendering engineering within games or interactive entertainment.
• Deep expertise in graphics APIs (Vulkan, DirectX 12, Metal, or OpenGL).
• Strong command of Unreal Engine 5 and experience working at the engine/renderer level.
• Proficiency in C++ and shader languages (HLSL, GLSL, or WGSL).
• Proven experience with deferred rendering, temporal anti-aliasing, and screen-space effects.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.