Senior Rendering Engineer at CD PROJEKT RED

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

C++, Graphics Programming, Unreal Engine, Rendering Techniques, GPU Architecture, CPU Architecture, Multithreaded Programming, DirectX12, Vulkan, Graphics Debugging Tools, Profiling, Low-Level Optimization, Clear Communication, Collaborative Mindset, Problem-Solving, Development Skills

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 a Senior Rendering Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of Cyberpunk 2, the next major title in the Cyberpunk franchise. You’ll work with a talented team of engineers and artists to create cutting-edge rendering solutions that support the visual vision of the game. Using Unreal Engine 5, you’ll play a key role in defining how our worlds look and feel — helping us craft immersive experiences that push the boundaries of visual fidelity. Daily responsibilities: Maintain and improve existing rendering systems. Design and implement rendering solutions for large-scale technical challenges. Collaborate with art teams to deliver efficient and visually compelling results. Use your rendering expertise to help shape the look and atmosphere of characters and environments. Optimize performance and memory usage across platforms. Qualifications Typically 7+ years of experience in game development or similar technical fields. Strong fluency in C++ and deep experience with graphics programming. Professional experience with Unreal Engine (shipped titles using UE a plus). Deep understanding of rendering techniques and GPU/CPU architecture. Solid multithreaded programming background. Experience with one or more low-level graphics APIs (DirectX12, Vulkan, console SDKs, etc.). Familiarity with graphics debugging tools (RenderDoc, PIX, or console-specific tools). Comfort with profiling and low-level optimization. Clear and respectful communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Supportive approach to helping teammates streamline workflows and solve challenges. Nice to have Experience shipping at least one Unreal-based project. Please include a portfolio that showcases your code samples or relevant tools/scripts that demonstrate your problem-solving and development skills. Additional Information Working mode In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. Possibility of remote from within Europe for selected candidates. Relocation Support Relocation package – flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet, shipping your belongings — it’s all covered. Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you, assistance with finding residence, tax settlements — all you need to feel right at home is taken care of. Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too. Health & Well-Being Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones. Annual budget for medical expenses (for those working outside Poland). Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars. Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday for every team member per year, and paid sick leave. Gym Membership Reimbursement. Menstrual Leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off each month when experiencing period pain. RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events. Perks & Professional Growth Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8 and 10 AM (CET). REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement. Training, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn! Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag! Social Activities & 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 at the studio. Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together. Healthy selections — our canteens offer a range of healthy meals. Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has electric car charging points, green zones, and much more. Read all about it on our Beyond the Game Blog. A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them. An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes. No dress-code — we like to keep it casual. 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Responsibilities

Maintain and improve existing rendering systems while designing and implementing solutions for large-scale technical challenges. Collaborate with art teams to deliver efficient and visually compelling results, optimizing performance and memory usage across platforms.