Graphics Programmer

About the Company

Playdead is an independent game company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, known for critically acclaimed titles like LIMBO and INSIDE. We are currently developing a 3rd-person science fiction adventure and focus on creating new experiences through experimentation and collaboration without the use of crunch.

Responsibilities

• Build technology to drive game aesthetics forward
• Write low-level engine code for multiple platforms
• Implement high-level graphics algorithms
• Develop content-creation tools to support graphics features
• Work closely with artists to implement key aesthetic features
• Fix bugs, profile, and optimize code to ensure performance and stability

Requirements

• Professional experience shipping AAA titles or building game engines/graphics technology
• Proficiency in C/C++
• Strong mathematical skills
• Performance-minded development and optimization skills
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal education in computer science or graphics
• Experience with engine and console development
• Familiarity with C#
• A keen eye for aesthetics