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Larian Studios

Engine Programmer at Larian Studios (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

Larian Studios· Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for an Engine Programmer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

  • Work on all aspects of Engine Development
  • Write performant, robust and maintainable code
  • Debug, profile and optimise code to hit quality and performance targets
  • Contribute to code reviews, testing and documentation
  • Show strong passion for making the highest quality state-of-the-art games
  • Be able to work independently, setting own goals
  • Be an active participant in the design and production of the engine, as well as tools or gameplay systems
  • Mentor and support team members
  • Be able to suggest new processes and implementations to improve the Engine

Requirements

  • Proficiency in C++, with a track record of contributions to shipped games
  • Open-minded, willing to collaborate, experiment and iterate over a specific feature
  • Passion for making and playing great games
  • Experience with data-driven development
  • Experience with a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools
  • Multithreading should be second nature
  • Knowledge of modern hardware
  • A professional level of written and spoken English
  • This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity

Nice to Haves

  • Experience in animation-related systems
  • Bachelor's / Master's degree in computer science or software engineering
  • Experience with modern graphics API's (Vulkan, D3D12, GNM, ...)
  • Experience with modern console development (PS4/5, Xbox One/Series, Switch 1/2...)
  • Experience with SIMD programming
  • Experience with low-level x86/ARM/DXBC/Spir-V assembly
  • Experience with networking / multiplayer

What we Offer

  • An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
  • An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
  • A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
  • Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
  • Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
  • Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback

Why work at Larian Studios

  • Culture: Larian describes itself as “a very ambitious team that seeks to improve the state of the art” and prides itself on “having fun bringing worlds to life every day” (larian.com).
  • Work Environment: Positions are primarily on‑site at one of the seven studios (Ghent, Barcelona, Dublin, Guildford, Kuala Lumpur, Quebec, Warsaw). Remote/hybrid options are not explicitly advertised; most listings specify “On‑site”.
  • Perks & Engineering Culture: The studio invests heavily in proprietary engine technology (Divinity Engine) and supports a wide range of specializations (gameplay, graphics, tools, engine programming, machine learning, etc.). Team members come from top studios like CD PROJEKT RED, Ubisoft, and Creative Assembly.
  • Notable Perks: Not detailed in the search results, but the company’s independence and award‑winning track record suggest a creative, low‑bureaucracy environment.

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