Lead Rendering Programmer

Responsibilities

• Partner with Technical Directors and Architects to translate vision into technical strategies
• Lead a high-performing rendering team through objective-setting and performance management
• Drive technical decision-making across the rendering pipeline
• Write production code to develop and optimize renderer systems and game engine features
• Architect scalable rendering solutions for diverse production requirements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with artists, designers, and engineers
• Push boundaries of real-time rendering through research and prototyping
• Conduct rigorous code reviews and provide mentorship

Requirements

• Proven track record managing game programming teams with 5+ direct reports
• 10+ years in graphics/rendering programming
• Minimum of 2 AAA games shipped as a rendering engineer
• Expert-level C/C++ with advanced multi-threading proficiency
• Deep knowledge of modern graphics APIs (DirectX 12, Vulkan, Metal) and shader programming
• Strong command of 3D mathematics, rendering algorithms, and computer graphics fundamentals
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cross-platform development (PC, Console, Mobile)
• Expertise in low-level optimization, memory management, and hardware-specific tuning
• Hands-on experience with Unreal, Unity, or proprietary engines
• Familiarity with middleware integration and third-party rendering solutions
• Innovation in real-time ray tracing, global illumination, or PBR

About the Company

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more.