Full-Time

Graphics Programmer

Programmeur graphique

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Larian Studios

Larian Studios

201-500 employees

Develops high-quality role-playing video games

Gaming

Mid, Senior

Quebec City, QC, Canada

Position is onsite in Quebec.

Category
Game Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
C/C++
Requirements
  • Thorough knowledge of C++.
  • Strong technical background (bachelor’s degree or comparable experience).
  • Passion for making and playing great games.
  • Experience with modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, Metal.
  • Experience with a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools.
  • Experience with particle system algorithms, including GPU particle implementations.
  • Excellent knowledge of shading languages and experience with writing complex GPU algorithms using shading languages.
  • Multi threading should be second nature.
  • Excellent software design and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent software debugging skills.
  • You are a team player and willing to take responsibility.
  • A professional level of written and spoken English*
Responsibilities
  • To maintain and extend our proprietary engine on its VFX related part (particle simulation, materials, post-process effects, rendering/lighting pipeline).
  • Work closely together with Art/VFX department, to implement visual effects of topnotch quality and extending our library of existing VFX components.
  • Debug and optimize code to hit quality and performance targets
  • Document code features.

Larian Studios develops high-quality role-playing games (RPGs) and is best known for its acclaimed title, Divinity: Original Sin 2, which won PC Game of the Year in 2017. The company focuses on creating immersive gameplay experiences that include combat, exploration, puzzles, and dialogue. Larian Studios generates revenue primarily through the direct sale of its games on platforms like PC and consoles, and may also earn from downloadable content and expansions. What sets Larian Studios apart from its competitors is its commitment to player engagement and community feedback, actively involving players in the development process through social media. The company's goal is to continuously improve and innovate its games while maintaining high quality, as evidenced by its investment in internal tools for tracking performance and ongoing recruitment of talented developers.

Company Stage

Pre-seed

Total Funding

$3.2M

Headquarters

Ghent, Belgium

Founded

1996

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What believers are saying

  • Baldur's Gate 3's success highlights potential for high-quality RPGs to achieve critical acclaim.
  • Crossplay and photo modes in Patch 8 enhance player engagement and broaden appeal.
  • New ambitious RPG project builds anticipation and ensures thorough development for future success.

What critics are saying

  • Not developing Baldur's Gate 4 may lead to missed revenue and fan disappointment.
  • Lengthy development timeline for next RPG may result in financial strain and market irrelevance.
  • Arcane Archer addition instead of popular subclasses could lead to player dissatisfaction.

What makes Larian Studios unique

  • Larian Studios excels in creating award-winning, high-quality RPGs like Divinity: Original Sin 2.
  • The company emphasizes player engagement through combat, exploration, puzzles, and dialogue.
  • Larian Studios actively incorporates community feedback to refine and improve their games.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours