Graphics Engineer

Culver City, CA

As a Graphics Engineer you will design and implement state-of-the-art rendering features and technologies in areas such as high-performance 3D rendering, 3D image algorithms, as well as visual effects. Additionally, you will help drive and innovate future research into emerging graphics fields, for example hardware raytracing and you will collaborate cross disciplines with artists, designers, and other engineers to deliver high quality graphics features and solutions.

Job Duties

Design, decide, implement, and test state-of-the-art rendering features and technologies in areas such as high-performance 3D rendering, 3D image algorithms, as well as visual effects
Develop clean, efficient, and well tested code
Debug, profile, and optimize CPU and GPU code
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior level engineers
Research cutting-edge graphics technologies of the future

Job Qualifications

B.Sc. degree in computer science or equivalent experience
3+ years as a graphics engineer working with real-time 3D graphics
Strong 3D math skills – linear algebra, vector/matrix math, quaternions, etc.
Strong skills in modern C++ 14/17
Strong graphics debugging and profiling skills
Good understanding of multi-threaded programming and optimization techniques
Good understanding of low-level CPU / GPU operations and architecture
Experience working on large code bases
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Motivated and proactive self-starter, able to operate in a highly dynamic environment
Passionate about computer graphics and low-level hardware

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with asynchronous compute shaders
Experience with Vulkan or similar graphics API
Experience in gaming industry with at least one shipped game as graphics engineer
Understanding of VR and AR rendering technologies
Experience with Unreal Engine Graphics pipeline

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

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