# Lead Graphics Programmer

## Details

- **Company:** [Larian Studios](https://hitmarker.net/companies/larian-studios.md)
- **Location:** Gent, Belgium, Guildford, UK, Warsaw, Poland
- **Contract type:** Full Time
- **Level:** Senior \(5+ years\)
- **Tags:** Software Engineering, Game Development, Technical Engineering
- **Posted:** 2026-06-16
- **Apply:** [View and apply on Hitmarker](https://hitmarker.net/jobs/larian-studios-lead-graphics-programmer-1738372)

## Description

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for an additional **Lead Graphics Programmer** to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

**Responsibilities**- Lead, mentor and coach our Graphics team
- Assist with recruiting of Graphics Programmers
- Manage code reviews and code features documentation
- Work in tandem with Larian Studios other programming Leads
- Assist in maintaining, porting and extending our proprietary engine on multiple platforms
- Debug and optimize code to hit quality and performance targets
- Show a strong passion for low level coding and a big interest in performance analysis
- Complete all tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard
- Develop well designed software within project schedule to team standards
- Show strong passion for making the highest quality state of the art games
- Safeguard company assets including source code, art work, tools, technical know-how

**Requirements**- Demonstrable Lead or Management experience
- Extensive experience programming for games
- Excellent C++ skills
- Strong mentor and coaching ability
- Excellent written and spoken English skills
- Passion for making and playing great games
- Experience with graphics APIs like Directx 12 and Vulkan
- Experience with a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools
- Multi threading should be second nature
- This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity.

**What We Offer**- An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
- An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
- A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
- Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
- Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
- Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback