// Open Role at Rockstar Games
Join Rockstar Games as a Senior Graphics Programmer in Sydney, contributing to world-class entertainment experiences. Work on large-scale creative projects, optimizing game rendering systems with C++ and modern APIs, and guiding less experienced team members in a highly collaborative environment.
At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.
Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.
Rockstar Australia are seeking Senior Graphics Programmers. You will be working with a small but experienced team, ideally taking responsibility for one or more specific game technology areas, but also be capable of stepping outside your comfort zone to work in other areas as necessary.
Candidates must have a strong passion for video games and interactive graphics, ideally having demonstrated technical abilities working in the video games industry or a relevant related field. All candidates must have extensive knowledge and experience in software development and be comfortable working in large codebases with complicated build processes. Additionally, experience with at least one modern 3D graphics API would be required along with a strong understanding of the graphics rendering pipeline.
This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Sydney, Australia.
Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.
Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.
Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.
If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.
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5+ years in low-level software development, including 2+ years in the video games industry. Experience with at least one modern graphics API (Vulkan, Metal, D3D12, etc). Experience in identifying bottlenecks and optimising existing rendering systems. Experience optimising multithreaded CPU and GPU performance. Strong theoretical knowledge of 3D rendering techniques. Ability to clearly communicate ideas and document your work. High proficiency in C++ and STL. Solid 3D Math skills. Demonstrated ability to ship products (not necessarily a game).