Graphics Programmer

About the role

CCP is seeking a Graphics Programmer to join the EVE Online art team in Reykjavík. You will collaborate with artists and engineers to create stunning visual effects, develop shaders, and enhance the real‑time rendering pipeline for the game.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement new graphical features, shaders and visual solutions that reinforce EVE Online’s signature look.
• Work closely with artists to understand their needs and deliver tools and workflows that empower their creativity.
• Improve real‑time rendering quality and visual performance, and resolve graphics performance issues.
• Deliver new features and refine existing visual systems, prioritising tasks to meet deadlines.
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Required profile

• 2‑3 years of experience in graphics programming, technical art or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with shader programming (HLSL or GLSL) and real‑time graphics pipelines.
• Proficiency in Python; knowledge of C++ is a plus.
• Familiarity with GPU profiling and performance optimisation.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for EVE Online’s universe.

Required skills

• HLSL
• GLSL
• Python
• C++ (optional)
• GPU profiling
• Performance optimisation

What we offer

• Ambitious projects with smart, creative co‑workers.
• Multicultural environment that encourages growth and innovation.
• Flexible work setup with a double workstation.
• Weekly breakfast and lunch, drinks and snacks in an excellent canteen.
• Quarterly and annual performance sharing, sports grant, and transportation allowance.
• Relocation package, mobile phone and usage plan, home‑internet support, on‑site doctor and discounted services.