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Larian Studios

Graphics Programmer at Larian Studios (Warsaw, Poland)

Larian Studios· Warsaw, Poland·

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 a Graphics Programmer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

  • To maintain and extend our proprietary engine on its VFX related part (particle simulation, materials, post-process effects, rendering/lighting pipeline).
  • Work closely together with Art/VFX department, to implement visual effects of topnotch quality and extending our library of existing VFX components.
  • Debug and optimize code to hit quality and performance targets
  • Document code features.

Requirements

  • Thorough knowledge of C++.
  • Strong technical background (bachelor’s degree or comparable experience).
  • Good spoken/written English.
  • Passion for making and playing great games.
  • Experience with modern graphics APIs like DirectX 12, Vulkan, Metal.
  • Experience with a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools.
  • Experience with particle system algorithms, including GPU particle implementations.
  • Excellent knowledge of shading languages and experience with writing complex GPU algorithms using shading languages.
  • Multi threading should be second nature.
  • Excellent software design and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent software debugging skills.
  • You are a team player and willing to take responsibility.
  • This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity.

Nice to Haves

  • C# experience
  • Previously shipped game/console titles is a strong plus

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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