Junior Engine Programmer
Larian, Kuala Lumpur
- Pay
- Not listed by the employer
- Work type
- Onsite
- Level
- Entry level
- Area
- Software engineering
- Posted
- Apr 9, 2026
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About the role
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 a Junior Engine Programmer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.
Responsibilities - Work on all aspects of Engine Development
- Write performant, robust and maintainable code
- Debug, profile and optimise code to hit quality and performance targets
- Contribute to code reviews, testing and documentation
- Show strong passion for making the highest quality state-of-the-art games
Requirements - Proficiency in C++
- Open-minded, willing to collaborate, experiment and iterate over a specific feature
- Passion for making and playing great games
- Experience with data-driven development
- A professional level of written and spoken English
- This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity
Nice to Haves - Bachelor's / Master's degree in computer science or software engineering
- Experience with modern graphics API's (Vulkan, D3D12, GNM, ...)
- Experience with modern console development (PS4/5, Xbox One/Series, Switch 1/2...)
- Experience with SIMD programming
- Experience with low-level x86/ARM/DXBC/Spir-V assembly
- Experience with networking / multiplayer
- Experience with a wide range of CPU and GPU profiling tools
- Multithreading should be second nature
- Knowledge of modern hardware
What we Offer - An international team of over 600 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
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