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Graphics Engineer

Brief overview

Remote
UndergradOr in progress
$120k–$154k/yrStated range
3+ yrsMinimum
39 H-1B approvalsDept. of Labor
5 green cardsCertified filings
C/C++ ProgrammingHLSLReal-Time Graphics3D MathematicsGraphics OptimizationAAA Game DevelopmentPhysically-Based RenderingReal-Time Global IlluminationPost-Processing EffectsNatural Phenomena SimulationMachine Learning for Graphics

About the company

Global video game developer focused on immersive strategy games.

Visa sponsorship history

4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026

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39H-1B approved
98%approval rate
14new H-1B hires
5PERM certified
$158,100median wage / yr
H-1B Petition ApprovalsVisas USCIS actually granted: the strongest sign the company sponsors.
202311
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202513
20264
LCA Certified ApplicationsAn early filing step, not a visa approval: it signals intent, not confirmed sponsorship.
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Green Card (PERM) FilingsCertified green card filings: a long-term commitment to international hires.
20231
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Top sponsored roles
Data EngineerSenior Data Scientist, AnalyticsLead Data Scientist- NBA 2KPrincipal Environmental Concept ArtistSenior Gameplay Engineer
Sponsored employees from
India

Job description

Summary

2K's Visual Concepts is a game development studio creating innovative, high-quality video games. The Graphics Engineer will design, develop, and maintain high-performance graphics code and shaders while implementing rendering technologies, optimizing GPU performance, and enhancing the visual quality of the NBA 2K series.

Responsibilities

  • Explore and implement new rendering technologies to elevate visual quality
  • Optimize GPU performance to support smooth, high-fidelity gameplay
  • Partner with art and design teams to define and enhance the look and feel of the NBA 2K series
  • Work on improvements in VFX, lighting, and post-processing graphics features
  • Participate in system-wide upgrade initiatives to keep our rendering tech current

Skills

  • * Most importantly: thoughtful, passionate, and driven
  • * 3+ years of experience in game or graphics development
  • * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
  • * Advanced proficiency in HLSL or a comparable shading language
  • * Strong grasp of 3D math concepts and applications
  • * Deep understanding of optimization techniques and trade-offs
  • * Demonstrate ability to write efficient, portable, reliable, and readable code
  • * Fluent in English, both written and verbal
  • * Love for video games (not just ours!)
  • * Experience shipping a AAA title
  • * Deep expertise in areas such as physically-based rendering, real-time global illumination, post-processing effects, or simulating natural phenomena
  • * Familiarity with applying machine learning techniques to graphics-related challenges

Qualifications

Must Haves

  • * Most importantly: thoughtful, passionate, and driven
  • * 3+ years of experience in game or graphics development
  • * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
  • * Advanced proficiency in HLSL or a comparable shading language
  • * Strong grasp of 3D math concepts and applications
  • * Deep understanding of optimization techniques and trade-offs
  • * Demonstrate ability to write efficient, portable, reliable, and readable code
  • * Fluent in English, both written and verbal
  • * Love for video games (not just ours!)

Nice to Haves

  • * Experience shipping a AAA title
  • * Deep expertise in areas such as physically-based rendering, real-time global illumination, post-processing effects, or simulating natural phenomena
  • * Familiarity with applying machine learning techniques to graphics-related challenges

Benefits

  • This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States.
  • The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

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