Principal Graphics Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Graphics Engineer II role at Skydance InteractiveContinue with Google Continue with GoogleJoin to apply for the Senior Graphics Engineer II role at Skydance InteractiveGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Continue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleAt Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and storytelling is the passion that drives our agile studio of dedicated and talented game creators. Collaboration across all disciplines is vital to our success and is at the core of the inclusive culture we strive to foster every day.We empower our employees to take ownership of the features they develop and create their own solutions when challenges arise. As our studio grows, we want to bring even more risk-takers, innovators and diverse voices along for the ride as we continue to create the games that will defy convention and define the future of the medium.Following the success of our 2020 genre-defining hit The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners and our Webby nominated, Best Immersive Experience, Behemoth, we are currently working on several highly anticipated games for emerging platforms that we can't wait for you to play!For information on Skydance’s privacy practices, see the Skydance U.S. Personnel Privacy Notice located at .You will be a key member of the growing engineering team for a new project. You will beresponsible for all aspects of the development related to graphics and visual presentation of the game. You will be a bridge between the engineering and hardware and the creative team and their game vision.ResponsiblitiesArchitect, refactor and maintain rendering pipelines and featuresDesign, write, debug and refine rendering systems, features, tools and infrastructure as neededWork with the technical art team to develop specifications and new graphics featuresOptimize graphics and effects to maximize performance and efficiency on CPU and GPU.Optimize systems for performance across a wide range of devices, from mobile to PC to high-end consoleRequirements5+ years of experience with graphics related responsibilities in commercial game project developmentAdvanced knowledge of C++ programming language applied in various areas of project development, other languages are a plusStrong knowledge of shader languages and GPU hardware, and performance analysis toolsStrong math/3d geometry skillsAuthorization to work in the United StatesAdvantagesDegree in Computer Science or related fields, or equivalent experienceExperience with multi-disciplinary work with large-scale game engine architectureStrong work ethic, self-motivated and self-directing, strong communication skillsExperience with deep performance optimization and tuningPrior work, personal or professional, that shows exceptional insight and skill of executionPlussesExperience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $150,000 – $210,000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.#InteractiveSkydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive, and animation divisions.Recruitment Fraud AlertIt has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only contact you from an official “@” email address. If you suspect that you are being contacted by an unauthorized person or believe that the correspondence you have received is suspicious, please do not click on any links or attachments in such emails and submit any questions or concerns to our information security team at .Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionMarketing, Public Relations, and Writing/EditingIndustriesComputer GamesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Skydance Interactive by 2xGet notified about new Graphic Engineer jobs in Santa Monica, CA.Los Angeles, CA $68,640 - $80,000 1 month agoSanta Monica, CA $68,500 - $85,000 2 weeks agoSanta Monica, CA$68,500.00-$85,000.002 weeks agoWest Hollywood, CA$30.51-$33.653 weeks agoExpert Designer, Graphic Design NikeSKIMSSanta Monica, CA$101,500.00-$145,000.002 weeks agoSanta Monica, CA$80,000.00-$85,000.003 weeks agoDesigner / Art Director , Device Brand StudioLos Angeles, CA$100,000.00-$130,000.003 weeks agoLos Angeles, CA$60,000.00-$70,000.002 weeks agoLos Angeles, CA$81,000.00-$90,000.001 month agoPasadena, CA$65,000.00-$75,000.002 weeks agoLos Angeles Metropolitan Area $75,000 - $80,000 2 weeks agoGraphic Designer - Part-Time - Onsite, Downtown, Los Angeles, CAWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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