Software Developer

Description

Software Developer (Real time rendering) - Weta Digital, Wellington, New Zealand.

Weta Digital is a world leading visual effects company based in Wellington, New Zealand.  We provide a full suite of digital production services for feature films and high end commercials.  We are on the forefront of technology and always push new boundaries with every production we take on.  Working at Weta will expose you to the bleeding edge of technology.

We are currently seeking a Software Developer to work on realtime and gpu-based rendering.  This involves extending and supporting Weta's core realtime rendering engine as well as working with teams to help them achieve workable realtime solutions.  We make use of the latest hardware and physically based rendering techniques to achieve a goal of maximum realism and speed.  The ideal candidate will have experience with high-end realtime graphics, work well in a team and feel comfortable working with an existing codebase.

Required Skills:

* Good knowledge of modern real time rendering techniques.
* Experience working with OpenGL 3.x and above.
* Experience in writing/implementing and supporting a wide variety of complex software systems.
* Strong knowledge of C++.
* Ability to work well in a team and closely with artists.
* Ability to multitask and change projects as required in a production environment.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* BS/MS or equivalent knowledge and experience in Computer Science or a related subject.
* 3+ years professional computer graphics experience in VFX, computer games or similar industry.

Desired Skills:

* Experience with the Maya or Motionbuilder C++ API.
* Experience with CUDA or OpenCL.