Gaming Graphics Software Engineer

Company: Aristocrat Technologies
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

SUMMARY Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming entertainment, offering a diverse range of products and services, including electronic gaming machines, social gaming, casino management systems and more. We are licensed in 240 gaming jurisdictions and operate in 90 countries around the world. Our team of 6500 employees deliver outstanding results by pushing the boundaries of innovation, creativity and technology. Our mission is simple, we create the world's greatest gaming experience, every day. WHAT YOU'LL DO You will be joining the Technology Group that is responsible for a cutting-edge technology for our gaming platforms, Game Development Kits and Tools that are used in Casinos around the world. The team is responsible for devising innovative solutions to support the imaginations of the greatest game creators in the industry. As a Gaming Graphics Software Engineer you will be responsible for extending and maintaining a OpenGL / DirectX rendering engine for the Game Development Kit (GDK) that the Studio developers and artists use to make the world's greatest games. - You will work to optimize new and existing features to ensure they are as efficient and highly optimized as possible to maintain maximum frame rate and visual quality. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement new DirectX or OpenGL rendering system
• Maintaining and extending an existing DirectX or OpenGL rendering engine
• Carrying out technical assessments on requested features and identify scope of work/dependencies for development requirements
• Developing fast, maintainable, quality code
• Working closely with management in assessing risks, planning of projects and contingency management
• Preparing proposals and hold presentations for business and technical audiences
• Performing software testing, verification and validation
• Conducting design reviews and contribute to improving code quality processes
• Providing technical guidance and support to internal team(s) and to the stakeholders
• Troubleshooting and debugging -code to identify software issues
• Mentor new engineers WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in C++
  • 5+ years of experience in DirectX or OpenGL
  • 3+ years of experience writing HLSL shader code
  • Experience working with modern software development processes
  • Excellent linear algebra skills
  • Solid architecture and software design skills
  • Ability to write clear, maintainable and portable code PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
    • Experience with DirectX 12, GLSL, Unity and C# WHY ARISTOCRAT? Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We're a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play. We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. We offer a range of flexible working options through all.flex, our flexible hybrid work model and invite you to have a conversation with us about flexible working. EEO M/F/D/V
      • World Leader in Gaming Entertainment
      • Robust benefits package
      • Global career opportunities This position can be performed remotely and is currently open to residents of all locations, except in the state of Colorado and New York City. OUR VALUES
        • All about the Player
        • Talent Unleashed
        • Collective Brilliance
        • Good Business Good Citizen The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

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