Senior Engine Graphics Programmer

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • Graphics Engineer • Rendering

Job Summary

Job Description

Paradox Interactive seeks a Senior Engine Graphics Programmer to design, implement, and maintain advanced graphical systems. Responsibilities include optimizing graphical features, shaders, and rendering backends; collaborating with game developers and artists; mentoring junior team members; ensuring systems meet performance benchmarks across platforms; and working with DirectX12 and Vulkan. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of C++ programming experience (preferably in game development), expertise in 3D graphics and GPU technologies (including HLSL and compute shaders), and strong problem-solving skills in multithreaded environments. The role requires excellent communication and the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
Must have:
  • 5+ years C++ experience
  • 3D Graphics & GPU expertise
  • DirectX12/Vulkan experience
  • HLSL/Compute shader knowledge
  • Performance optimization skills
  • Multithreaded environment experience
Perks:
  • Nerdy culture
  • Regular fan interaction
  • Social events

Job Details

Are you passionate about graphics technology and creating immersive gaming experiences? Do you have a strong C++ background and a deep understanding of 3D graphics and GPU technologies? Join our Engine & Tools team as a Senior Engine Graphics Programmer, where you’ll help build and enhance the technical foundation for our games.

At Paradox, we are a vibrant mix of game developers and publishers, known worldwide for our strategy games. We're passionate about our gamers, with an active player base of over five million each month across the globe. We bring our games to life, creating immersive experiences for our ever-growing community.

What You’ll Do...

As a Senior Engine Graphics Programmer, you will design, implement, and maintain advanced graphical systems that bring our games to life. You’ll collaborate with game programmers, artists, and content designers to optimize their workflows and ensure high-quality visuals across platforms. You’ll also play a crucial role in mentoring junior team members, sharing your expertise, and supporting technical leadership when needed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and optimize graphical features, shaders, and rendering backends.
  • Work closely with technical leads, game developers, and artists to align engine functionality with creative goals.

  • Guide and mentor other team members, share knowledge through workshops, and assist with project planning.

  • Ensure systems meet performance benchmarks and run efficiently across platforms.

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ Years of C++ Programming Experience, Preferably in the game industry.

  • Expertise in 3D Graphics & GPU Tech with strong knowledge of rendering pipelines, HLSL, and compute shaders.

  • Experience with proprietary game engines and rendering APIs like DirectX12 and Vulkan.

  • Ability to diagnose and resolve complex performance issues.

  • Comfortable working with multithreaded environments.

  • Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly in English.

Working at Paradox means being part of a team that values creativity and quality, where you can make a difference and shape the world of strategy gaming. We embrace our nerdy culture, regularly interact with our fans through forums and events, and end each Friday with a social hour to unwind and connect.

If you're ready to take ownership of your work and grow as a game developer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and embark on an exciting journey with Paradox and the Engine & Tools team!


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About The Company

Paradox Interactive is a leading, global publisher of deep, replayable games.

We create intellectually challenging games, with long lifespans and a vibrant player communities. Our heart and soul lies in strategy and management games but we occasionally make calculated bets in other genres where we believe there is break-out potential.

Our steadily-growing portfolio includes titles from established series like Crusader Kings, Cities: Skylines, Europa Universalis, Stellaris and Hearts of Iron. Millions of people from all over the world play our games every month, and participate in their continuous development through their purchases and insights they share with us.

Paradox offices are located in Sweden, France, Netherlands, Finland and USA, and each houses creative staff, skilled in a wide variety of areas of expertise. No matter the specialization, each of us contributes to giving our players the best game experiences and value for their money and time.

Everyone at Paradox is expected to know our players, why they love our games and have an awareness of how their work impacts them in the end. We foster highly-engaged communities, where we encourage our fans to share their sentiment, and empower our colleagues to turn that feedback into action that benefits both our business and fans.

If that sounds good, and you share our vision, we’d love you to join us. Check out our career page: https://career.paradoxplaza.com/#jobs 

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