Senior Rendering Engineer

CD PROJEKT SA

. Develop rendering solutions and optimizations for Cyberpunk 2 .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • Vancouver • CanadaSenior💰 CA$127,200 - CA$209,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in C++ graphics programming and modern rendering techniques, with a strong focus on optimizing performance and memory utilization in large-scale environments using Unreal Engine 5. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance graphical fidelity and deliver high-quality AAA console titles.

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C++ Graphics ProgrammingUnreal Engine 5Modern Rendering TechniquesPerformance OptimizationMultithreaded Programming

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Hard Skills

Graphics ProgrammingPerformance ProfilingMemory Utilization OptimizationLow-Level Graphics APIsMultithreaded ProgrammingGraphics Debugging ToolsRuntime Performance OptimizationGPU/CPU Architecture KnowledgeReal-Time Hardware-Based Ray TracingUnreal Engine 5 Rendering Technologies

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationResponsibilityOwnershipDedicationProactive Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Unreal Engine 5RenderDocPixDirectX12Vulkan

Industry Keywords

AAA Console TitlesGraphics SystemsOpen-World EnvironmentCyberpunk GenreRendering Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

RayUnreal EngineC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop rendering solutions and optimizations for Cyberpunk 2
Maintain, debug, and enhance graphics systems to improve performance and memory utilization
Collaborate with engineers and content teams on rendering solutions for a large-scale open-world environment
Help art teams bring unique characters and the cyberpunk world to life
Push runtime graphical fidelity using rendering expertise
Optimize runtime performance and memory utilization across CPU and GPU
Collaborate with engineers and artists using Unreal Engine 5

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of industry experience
Experience working on AAA console titles, particularly with Unreal Engine
Fluent in C++ with in-depth experience in graphics programming
Professional knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 or an equivalent custom in-house engine
Extensive knowledge of modern rendering techniques and current GPU/CPU architecture
Comprehensive multithreaded programming experience
Experience with one or more low-level graphics APIs, such as DirectX12, Vulkan, or console APIs
Thorough experience with at least one graphics debugging tool, such as RenderDoc, Pix, or a console-specific tool
Demonstrated ability to profile and optimize performance at a low level
Effective communication skills, responsibility, ownership, and dedication
Proactive attitude toward helping the team work faster and more efficiently
Nice to have: shipped at least one Unreal-based project
Nice to have: working knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 rendering technologies such as Nanite, Lumen, and/or Niagara
Nice to have: experience troubleshooting GPU hangs and crashes
Nice to have: experience with Unreal’s Groom or similar hair-strands systems
Nice to have: experience with real-time hardware-based ray tracing and associated systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental)
Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and well-being webinars
Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, and 12 calendar holidays per year
RRSP with employer matching
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) — $100 per month for fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more
Menstrual leave — one extra day off when experiencing period pain
RED Parents Network support for working parents
Flexible working hours
Trainings, lectures, courses, internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes
Welcome pack
Dog-friendly office
Truly international working environment
No dress code