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# Graphics Engineer

- **Company:** Visual Concepts
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $154,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Machine Learning, Visual Effects, HLSL, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms
- **Published:** October 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/graphics-engineer-nba-2k-2k-19-9792211

## About the Role

* 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!)

Might Be Nice:

 * 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

## Description

Our talented NBA 2K team is looking for a Graphics Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge rendering technology. In this role, you'll work on the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance C/C++ code and HLSL shaders, contributing directly to the visual fidelity of our games. If you're a creative problem solver who thrives on pushing the boundaries of real-time graphics and enjoys collaborating in a high-caliber engineering environment, we want to hear from you. This position reports to the Lead Graphics Engineer.

What You Will Do:

 * 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