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Senior Rendering Researcher
2 years ago
The Rendering Research Group at Weta Digital is seeking a Rendering Researcher to take a leading role in the development of rendering technology at Weta Digital! A deep understanding of a wide range of rendering technologies is required, such as light transport, importance sampling, volume rendering, realistic material models, shading, and geometry processing.
What you'll be doing
- Research and develop new rendering algorithms, such as light transport (path tracing with importance sampling), volume rendering, etc.
- Design and implement physically realistic material models for hair, skin, and other materials using multi-layer BSDFs, importance sampling, and subsurface scattering.
- Implement core rendering systems with a focus on high performance, multi threading, scalability, and robustness.
- Improve and maintain existing code to improve quality, reliability, and maintainability.
- Proactively test new and existing features to ensure the highest levels of quality.
What we're looking for
- A solid foundation in software engineering, including object-oriented programming.
- Fluency in C++ and experience with other languages such as Python.
- Extensive experience in performance analysis and optimization of highly parallel, scalable systems.
- Ability to work well on a self-directed team in a rapidly changing, deadline-oriented environment.
You might also have
- Extensive research and/or experience in either volumetrics rendering or materials
- GPU programming expertise (CUDA or OpenCL) and experience with interactive rendering algorithms.
- Experience in film or video game production.
- Familiarity with Linux and programming tools such as Valgrind, Vtune, git, and so on
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment! Please contact us to request accommodation.
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