Senior Rendering Programmer

Gameloft Brisbane, part of the global Gameloft family, opened its doors in 2014 and has since delivered hits such as Zombie Anarchy, Ballistic Baseball, My Little Pony: Mane Merge, the multi-award-winning The Oregon Trail™, and Carmen Sandiego. Our studio is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified for 2025–2026, recognising our strong culture, inclusive practices, and focus on employee well-being.

We play a pivotal role in Queensland’s economic landscape, currently employing +100 full-time staff in diverse roles—including programmers, artists, designers, producers, QA, audio specialists, management, administration, and marketing professionals.  

Our studio fosters a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity and innovation thrive, and where everyone has the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and grow. We believe that success comes from a strong studio culture and striking the right balance—whether it’s collaborating with passionate, talented people on exciting projects or enjoying the incredible lifestyle offered by Queensland, Australia. 

Employee well-being is a top priority, supported by flexible work arrangements, wellness programs, career development initiatives, and world-class facilities. We actively invest in our team’s growth through mentorship, training programs, industry events, and speaking opportunities that empower our people to shine. Looking ahead, we are setting our sights on an exciting new direction in game development. Embracing the challenges and opportunities of cross-platform innovation, we are proud to be pioneers in Brisbane’s game development landscape. As we craft immersive experiences that transcend traditional boundaries and engage players across diverse platforms, we continue to expand our talented team—poised to bring a range of unannounced projects to life. Our studio is home to industry veterans and fresh talent alike, making us more equipped than ever to deliver unforgettable experiences.

We are currently looking for a Senior Rendering Programmer to optimize and bridge the gap between the needs of the game and those of the technical artists.

From the beginning of your adventure with us, you will be tasked with:

• Understanding the needs of technical artists
• Implementing rendering techniques in order to optimise the game’s graphics
• Develop and optimize graphics features (shaders, lighting, post-processing)
• Ensure high performance and visual quality across platforms (PC, console, mobile)
• Work closely with artists and tech teams to bring visuals to life
• Write and maintain custom shaders and rendering code
• Adapt visuals for cross-platform compatibility
• Use tools like Unreal Engine, C++, and HLSL

Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in programming
• Mastery of C++
• Mastery of shader languages (GLSL, HLSL, etc.)
• Graphics programming is a major asset
• Experience in game production is a major asset
• Strong experience in Unreal Engine
• Solid understanding of rendering technologies, including shaders, materials, post-processing, and rendering pipelines
• Experience in performance optimization and profiling across various platforms
• Strong hardware knowledge across mobile, PC, and console environments
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with technical art teams and artists
• Background in games development is required

Perks & benefits:

• A flexible work model that supports work–life balance
• Subsidised car parking
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth
• An employee referral program with generous bonuses
• Private health insurance and fitness subsidies
• Access to employee mental health and wellbeing support
• Paid parental leave
• Childcare assistance
• A dedicated relaxation space, including a massage chair
• Additional paid leave, including: Birthday leave, Christmas shutdown leave, Volunteer leave, Women’s health leave
• Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, plus daily snacks and a light breakfast
• Friday social drinks with friendly game tournaments
• A stunning rooftop terrace with river views and a games room
• Exclusive Gameloft-branded merchandise
• Our studio mascot — Mr Hendricks, the friendly Dachshund who proudly guards the studio

We can’t wait to find our next great talent!

• If you want to join a team that values its people and makes really cool games, we want to hear from you! You can learn more about what it’s like to work at Gameloft by clicking on the video below.
• Gameloft Brisbane is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our work environment.