Egosoft, the creators of the popular X space simulation game series, are looking for a 3D Programmer with a strong background in OOP and C / C++. In the role, you will develop new and improve existing functionality of our own, self-developed engine. You are confident in using the necessary tools and you strive for high standards. You document and share your progress as well as identify difficulties that arise, react in a solution-oriented manner and support your colleagues with advice and assistance.
This is a full-time position (on-site/hybrid) based in Würselen, Germany, and available immediately.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain 3D rendering features in Egosoft�s proprietary engine
- Optimize rendering performance for large, open, and complex game worlds, ensuring scalability across different hardware configurations
- Develop and extend engine tools to improve workflows for content creation and integration
- Troubleshoot and resolve rendering issues, graphics-related bugs, and performance bottlenecks
- Document and communicate progress to the programming team, providing guidance and support where needed
- Contribute to planning 3D technology development, aligning engine improvements with upcoming project milestones and artistic requirements
- Strong background in OOP and C/C++; ideally 5+ years of experience in 3D programming
- Experience with graphics APIs such as DirectX, Vulkan, OpenGL, Open Scene Graph, OGRE etc.
- Experience with PBR
- Experience in planning 3D technology development with artists and other programmers
- Understanding of modern GPU rendering pipeline and how to utilize it efficiently
- Ability to write clear, maintainable code
- Passion to develop new game technology
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Interested? Contact us at jobs@egosoft.com