Optimization Programmer

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?

Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.

Nixxes Software is an industry-leading Dutch company specializing in video game design, development and porting.
Working alongside global partners since 1999, our work is fueled by a love for gaming and commitment to innovation. Our Utrecht based team prides itself on delivering the best possible experience for every gamer, regardless of platform. In July 2021 Nixxes joined PlayStation Studios to focus on delivering the highest-quality gameplay experiences for PlayStation fans.

We’re looking for a highly collaborative, passionate, and skilled Senior Optimization Programmer that can support our teams for upcoming AAA titles.

Essential Duties

• Own optimization challenges on the project both on CPU and GPU.
• Prioritize optimization challenges with leadership.
• Support the developers on the team with optimization challenges.

Competencies, Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent understanding of optimization techniques on both CPU and GPU.
• Excellent debugging and profiling skills.
• Excellent understanding of code performance and complexity. 
• Able to work in an environment with deadlines and milestones.
• Able to write well-structured, readable and maintainable code.
• Fluent in C/C++ and other applicable programming languages.
• Function well working in a team and on a large code base.
• Communicates with directness/candor and is adept at conflict resolution.
• Fluent in written and spoken English. 

Essential Requirements

• 5(+) years programming experience in the game industry or a related industry

Plusses:

• (Native) Dutch speaker.
• Up to date knowledge of the current graphics APIs such as DirectX 12.
• Experience with console programming.

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