Senior Graphics Programmer (Steel Hunters)

Job Overview

Join the Steel Hunters team as a Senior Graphics Programmer working on the newly announced free-to-play mech shooter game, by Wargaming, one of the biggest publishers of free-to-play games in the world.

This strategic and tactical game in Unreal Engine 5, blends mech hero combat with Battle Royale and Extraction gameplay in a rich, futuristic setting, where players fight over a rare resource called Starfall. Each Hunter comes with its own abilities and progression paths, setting the stage for intense, memorable battles. For more information: Steel Hunters

You will be a hardworking motivated team player who is able to work within a multidisciplinary team of developers in a global community.

Reports to

You will report to the Lead Graphics Programmer

What will you do?

• Profile and optimize complex rendering pipelines, focusing on both GPU and Render Thread performance.
• Investigate and resolve high complexity rendering crashes, particularly those related to GPU behavior across different hardware.
• Collaborate with artists, designers, and gameplay programmers to deliver cutting-edge visuals with optimal performance.
• Research, prototype, and implement advanced rendering features within Unreal Engine 5
• Contribute to long-term rendering architecture planning and performance strategy.
• Review code and mentor colleges, setting high standards for rendering quality and performance.

What are we looking for?

• Strong professional experience as a graphics/rendering programmer in the game industry, ideally in AAA or high-quality AA production environments. Ability to communicate clearly to enable collaboration across disciplines.
• Solid experience with modern graphics APIs such as DirectX 12, Vulkan, or console-specific APIs. Understanding of current real-time rendering techniques.
• Expert-level C++ skills and comfort working close to the hardware. Experience writing shaders in HLSL, GLSL, CG, or similar.
• Proven ability to profile and optimize both GPU and Render Thread performance using tools such as RenderDoc, PIX, NSight, Unreal Insights, etc.
• Strong debugging skills, especially in diagnosing and fixing GPU crashes and rendering-related stability issues.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across disciplines.

What additional skills will help you stand out?

• Strong professional experience as a graphics/rendering programmer in the game industry, ideally in AAA or high-quality AA production environments. Ability to communicate clearly to enable collaboration across disciplines.
• Solid experience with modern graphics APIs such as DirectX 12, Vulkan, or console-specific APIs. Understanding of current real-time rendering techniques.
• Expert-level C++ skills and comfort working close to the hardware. Experience writing shaders in HLSL, GLSL, CG, or similar.
• Proven ability to profile and optimize both GPU and Render Thread performance using tools such as RenderDoc, PIX, NSight, Unreal Insights, etc.
• Strong debugging skills, especially in diagnosing and fixing GPU crashes and rendering-related stability issues.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across disciplines.

Work mode

Hybrid (2-3 days of work from the office)

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:

• Annual leave of 20 working days (additional days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 25 days)
• Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
• Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits  
• Premium Private Health Insurance
• Career development and education opportunities within the company
• English clubs and platform for learning languages
• Mental well-being program (iFeel)
• Commuting allowance
• Company events
• FitPass membership
• Discounts for employees
• Personal Gaming Account
• Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
• On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
• Seniority Awards
• Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward

Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.