Senior Rendering Programmer

Crytek has always been at the forefront of real-time rendering. This is an opportunity for a Senior Rendering Engineer to join our CRYENGINE Team and help shape the future of cutting-edge graphics technology at Crytek.

• You will have ownership of significant CRYENGINE rendering features and be responsible for their quality and performance.
• Develop new rendering features in collaboration with the internal game productions to achieve visually stunning experiences
• Work with the CRYENGINE Team to improve the core rendering infrastructure
• Dive into low level optimizations on PC and consoles
• Maintain and optimize existing rendering code
• Aid in profiling and optimization of game projects

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Rendering/Graphics Engineer, 2+ years in the gaming industry.
• At least a bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
• Excellent C++ programming and software design skills.
• Excellent GPU and CPU debugging and optimization skills.
• Strong understanding of graphics pipelines and rendering techniques.
• Deep experience with one or more of the following: DirectX 12, Vulkan, AGC
• Strong passion for video game technology and graphics in particular.
• Experience with game engines, preferably experience with CRYENGINE.
• Team player and self-driven.
• Willing to learn.
• Solid English skills, good communication skills with strong affinity for transparency.
• Willingness to relocate to Frankfurt

• PS5 experience
• Experience with raytracing
• Experience with automated testing

What you can expect from us

Career Path

Your professional development is important to us, so we have laid out a career plan to help you progress towards your goals and objectives.

Relocation Support

We offer a relocation budget and full coverage of flights to Frankfurt for you and your family.

You can expect extensive assistance with visa, work permits, and communication with authorities during the relocation process, as well as help settling into Germany (e.g. setting up appointments with banks, government agencies, schools, landlords, finding apartments etc.).

Company Apartment

To help you get settled, we provide you with a fully furnished company apartment during your first three months in Frankfurt.

Public Transport Pass

Discover Frankfurt by bus, tram and metro – free of charge.

Gym Card

A healthy body is a healthy mind. We offer a membership at the premium gym chain Fitness First in Germany. Work out, join group fitness classes, or relax in the wellness facilities.

State-of-the-art Office

We’ve recently moved into a brand-new, modern office located in the heart of Frankfurt. Our new workspace is designed to inspire creativity and collaboration, with open areas, quiet zones, and top-tier facilities — all just steps away from public transport, restaurants, bars and cultural hotspots.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities and are proud to be a truly global team, with employees from over 42 countries contributing their ideas, cultures, and perspectives every day.

German Classes

Understanding the local culture will make your stay abroad more enjoyable, and Crytek supports that by offering German language courses for you and your family.

Events

Join us on our exciting company events, including new starter breakfasts, summer and winter parties, our annual trip to Gamescom in Cologne, and many more!

Vacation Days

At our Frankfurt office you can enjoy 24 days of vacation per year, and every 2 years you get 1 more (up to a maximum of 28 days). You will also have on average 10 public holidays on top of the days you take off.