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Crytek is hiring a
Senior 3D Engine Programmer

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Frankfurt & Remote

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior 3D Engine Programmer to support the CRYENGINE team.

For almost 20 years, Crytek has been at the cutting-edge of computer graphics performance. Our award-winning CRYENGINE empowers developers and creatives at our own studios and licensees worldwide – from small indies to AAA powerhouses – to deliver unique experiences, create new worlds, and ultimately make awesome games.
Join us and we’ll do brilliant work together.

*Required documents that allow a careful evaluation of your application are resume, cover letter and additional samples / private projects (github)*

Relocation & Remote Work

For this position, you have one of the following options:

1. Come to our modern headquarters in Frankfurt and receive an attractive relocation package and have access to all of our benefits.

2. If you are already living in one of the following countries, we are able to offer you a permanent work contract and allow you to work remotely as an employee from there. 
Germany
Sweden
United Kingdom
Spain
Poland
Austria

3. If you are interested in full-time remote work in any other country (max. +/- 2 hours CET), we can offer you a freelance contract arrangement.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain CRYENGINE's 3D-Engine.
  • Research and implement innovative solutions for space partitioning, acceleration structures and data streaming.
  • Work on cutting edge algorithms for procedural content generation (real-time and offline).
  • Debug and optimize on multiple platforms to ensure performance targets are achieved.
  • Be a role model for junior and regular programmers and take part in the mentoring process inside the discipline.

  • Requirements
  • 5+ years of professional experience in the games industry.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent C++ programming skills.
  • Strong understanding of concurrent and vectorized algorithms.
  • Solid debugging and optimization skills.
  • Experience with cross platform development.
  • Experience with graphics APIs such as Vulkan, DirectX, OpenGL, Open Scene Graph, OGRE etc.
  • Experience with game engines preferably with CRYENGINE.
  • Understanding of the graphics pipeline.
  • Strong passion for video game technology.
  • Willing to learn.
  • Solid English skills, good communication skills with strong affinity for transparency.

  • 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. 
     
    Company Apartment 
    To help you get settled, we provide you with a fully furnished company apartment during your first three months in Frankfurt.* 
     
    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.).* 
                
    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.
     
    International Environment 
    We truly embody diversity at Crytek. With employees from over 42 different countries, we define ourselves by our cultural diversity. 
     
    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!* 
    We are all gamers: stay connected and play games with your colleagues at our remote gaming parties.
       
    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. If you are working from another country, local standards apply.
      
    *only applicable to employees in Frankfurt.

    Estimated Salary range:

    Our salary intelligence, powered by our AI algorithms, has calculated an estimated range for this position between $70,000 - $90,000 . Please note that the actual salary for this position may vary, as it is dependent on various factors including but not limited to experience, location, and market dynamics.

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