Expert Graphics Engineer at CD PROJEKT RED

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

257000.0

Posted On

17 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Rendering Systems, Optimization, C++, Graphics Programming, Shaders, Ray Tracing, GPU Architecture, CPU Architecture, Unreal Engine, DirectX12, Vulkan, RenderDoc, Pix, Multithreaded Programming, Performance Tuning, Code Quality

Industry

Computer Games

Description

Company Description To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! Job Description CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Expert Graphics Engineer to join our Boston office and work on Project Sirius—a multiplayer game set in the Witcher universe. In this role, you’ll support the development and optimization of high-performance graphics systems for our open-world multiplayer experience. You’ll collaborate with artists and engineers to deliver stunning visuals through advanced rendering, shaders, lighting, and graphical enhancements. Your expertise will help ensure our solutions are efficient, scalable, and aligned with the game’s creative vision. You'll also partner with the Lead Graphics Engineer to shape and execute short- and long-term technical roadmaps. Daily Responsibilities Design, implement, and optimize rendering systems to support high visual fidelity. Build and maintain custom rendering tech within a third-party engine. Collaborate with the art and tech art teams to create efficient tools and workflows that enhance visual impact. Work across disciplines to develop innovative rendering approaches for large-scale, open-world environments. Maintain, debug, and enhance existing graphics systems to improve performance and memory usage. Partner with the Lead Graphics Engineer to support the growth of less experienced engineers and contribute to team-wide technical guidance. Promote high code quality and adherence to engineering standards. Actively seek and incorporate feedback to improve system design and performance. Qualifications Typically, candidates bring 10+ years of experience in game development, with at least 5 years focused on graphics programming. Experience working on AAA console titles, especially using Unreal Engine. Proficiency in C++ with a deep understanding of graphics programming. Strong knowledge of rendering techniques, shaders, ray tracing, and GPU/CPU architecture. Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve GPU-related crashes and performance issues. Experience with Unreal Engine 4/5, ideally with a shipped title. Familiarity with low-level graphics APIs (DirectX12, Vulkan) and tools like RenderDoc or Pix. Strong interest in visual innovation and quality in games. Solid multithreaded programming skills. Demonstrated ability to optimize performance at a low level. Excellent problem-solving skills, communication, and collaborative mindset. Nice to Haves Experience implementing virtual geometry and global illumination techniques. Hands-on experience with hardware ray tracing. Familiarity with platform-specific memory management and optimizations. Additional Information The application window for this position will close by 06/30/2026. This job can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote. Remote roles in the US are only available to candidates that reside in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin. Health & Well-Being Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental). Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars. Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year. 401K with employer matching. Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more. Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain. RED Parents Network — support for working parents. Flexible working hours. Perks & Professional Growth Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. Life in the Office Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet. Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. No dress-code — we like to keep it casual. This position is a new role. Estimated pay range for this position: $168 200 - $257 000 USD annually This role may also be eligible for discretionary stock options. At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location. If you've observed any irregularities (i.e. legal or ethical violations) in our recruitment process, please click here to report them anonymously. #LI_Remote Project: Sirius

Responsibilities

The role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing high-performance rendering systems, including building custom rendering technology within a third-party engine, while collaborating closely with art teams on visual impact and tools. Additionally, the engineer will help shape technical roadmaps and mentor less experienced engineers.