Job Title:

Expert Software Engineer, Graphics - Raven Software (Remote)

Requisition ID:

R024664

Job Description:

Your Mission

As an Expert Graphics Engineer you will be optimizing, enhancing, and developing new rendering systems on top of the foundation of Call of Duty’s AAA engine technology. You will collaborate with passionate graphics engineers across all our studios. You will define and shape our graphics technology to keep Call of Duty on the visual cutting-edge.

You will be developing the graphics systems for our shipping products as well as improving the workflows of our development team. You will need to be adept in writing efficient and clean C/C++ and shader code. Qualified candidates will need to have a background in graphics engine development and related subsystems. This includes fluency with modern graphics techniques, GPUs, graphics APIs, shaders, multi-threading, memory management, performance, and optimizations.

This position is eligible for remote work.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, modify, optimize, and debug rendering engine systems
• Deploy, evaluate performance, and test software on all supported platforms
• Communicate features and development with production, engineering, design, and art teams
• Participate in the performance and code review process
• Contribute to the design and roadmap of industry-leading AAA graphics engine technology
• Collaboration and co-development with other engineering and art teams
• Report to the Lead Graphics Engineer

Minimum Requirements:

Experience

• 12+ years of experience working in the game industry or related field
• Experience developing and optimizing graphics systems
• Understanding of computer architecture, GPUs, multithreading, and memory systems
• Strong programming background in C/C++
• Experience writing shaders (HLSL or equivalent)
• Development experience with a current generation platform (console, PC, and/or mobile)
• Familiarity with modern graphics APIs (PS4/PS5, D3D12, Vulkan, etc.)
• Solid debugging and profiling skills on both the CPU and GPU
• Strong background in 3D math

Knowledge & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science, Engineering, or Math related field
• Demonstrated ability to write efficient, readable, and reliable code

Key Attributes:

• Proven ability to collaborate, coordinate, communicate and support other team members
• Creative, motivated, focused, passionate, results-oriented
• Passion for games and graphics technology

Extra Points:

• Experience with GPU Compute
• Familiarity with physically based rendering/lighting and/or raytracing
• Demonstrated work with modern consoles, profilers and toolchains
• Background in collaborating and iterating with artists on graphics features

Your Platform / Company:

Founded in 1990, Raven Software has contributed to titles including Hexen, Star Wars Jedi Knight II, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, and the Call of Duty® franchise. Raven Software is a studio within Activision and is described as located in Middleton (a suburb of Madison).

We prioritize ambition balanced with care, direct communication, and a culture free of egos. By fostering innovation and owning our mistakes, we continually push boundaries to create unforgettable games for our players.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected]. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed at that address.

Rewards / Benefits:

Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA/HRA, healthcare and dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and various voluntary benefit programs
• If the Company requires relocation, you may be eligible for relocation assistance

Benefit details: https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/

Application:

Apply link: Apply Now

Salary:

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is 121,500.00 - 224,880.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Specific range and offer will be based on factors including experience, performance, and work location. Employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (not guaranteed).

Related Links:

https://careers.ravensoftware.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/raven-software/