Microsoft Studios Global Publishing Microsoft Studios Global Publishing is looking for passionate, game and technology industry veterans to help us drive new entertainment franchises with some of the best partners from around the globe. This is a rare opportunity to join a creatively driven team of people, develop exciting new projects, and take advantage of the newest technology available with backing and support from across Microsoft. Join the team driving AAA game development that sets the standard for entertainment across a growing family of devices including Xbox and Windows 10. Wanted! Principal Graphics Software Engineer. Must have a strong background in computer graphics for AAA games and leadership experience with graphics engine programming. We're looking for someone with strong communication skills and a self-driven approach to work, capable of running a team of like-minded specialists . The ideal candidate understands first party development, enjoys collaborating with internal
Candidate responsibilities: Work in close partnership with internal and external teams of diverse and talented peers of various disciplines to create visually stunning experiences Participate in GPU/CPU performance reviews and provide optimization guidance Participate in cross-group work streams to research and develop new technology and processes. Collaborate closely with PMs, designers, artists, and central technology teams to prototype and/or implement new product features
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related degree, or equivalent work experience 8+ years professional development experience in C/C++ with an emphasis in computer graphics Strong understanding of computer graphics principles, techniques, and tools Experience with some or all of the following: GPU, DirectX, shaders, HLSL, D3D, OpenGL Passion for games and technology Hands on experience shipping multiple titles Strong creative problem solving and algorithm development skills Self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast paced environment Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability