Job Title:
Senior Expert VFX Programmer
Requisition ID:
R024324
Job Description:
E lsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Senior Expert VFX Programmer to join our team and help shape the foundation of our next-generation AAA experiences on our new I P.
In this role, you will drive the direction of VFX for our game to ensure that we deliver an exceptional experience to our future play ers. You will have a strong influence on the technical roadmap , and you will drive the d esign, implement ation , and tools needed to realize this ambition. You will work closely with engineers and content creators to drive a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration by inspiring those around you with your technical expertise and clear vision for success.
You’ll help us by…
- Taking ownership of our VFX system and its future direction. This includes designing runtime systems, data pipeline s, and custom authoring tool s for our proprietary game engine.
- Collaborating closely with VFX artists and other programmers to design, prototype, and implement new features.
- Developing and communicating a technical vision and roadmap that aligns with project goals, inspiring and guiding your peers and stakeholders.
- Working with the content team to meet project requirements while staying within performance and memory budgets.
- Working with stakeholders to translate creative ideas into software.
- Collaborate with peers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence.
You’re awesome because you have…
- 8 + years of professional programming experience.
- Strong experience working with rendering and GPUs.
- S ignificant background in runtime profiling, runtime/memory usage optimization, multi-threading, etc.
- Significant proficiency in C++, 3D math, and graphical algorithms and techniques.
- Ability to anticipate challenges, propose innovative solutions, and ensure long-term sustainability of systems.
- Self-motivated, ability to work independently and efficiently under deadlines.
- A strong desire in writing clean, maintainable, portable, and optimized code.
- Major recognition in your field(s) of expertise .
- Contributed significantly to multiple shipped AAA titles, demonstrating leadership in delivering high-quality results.
- Experience programming on game consoles.
Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.
We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.
We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.
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