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Iron Galaxy Studios

Graphics Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$135K - $167K/yr

... more junior engineers. * Serve as a people leader as it relates to management of projects when ... Use modern 3D graphics techniques. * Stays up to date with developing trends and novel techniques ...

Hillpointe

Temporary Junior Graphic Designer

Winter Park, FL · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

Ranked at the top of NMHC's list of Builders and Developers, our team ensures best-in-class ... This role involves designing original graphics for websites, social media, advertising, and print ...

PedalFree LLC

Junior Graphic Designer

Santa Cruz, CA · On-site

$23.50 - $31.25/hr

Our client's design team is seeking a talented Junior Designer to develop graphics for print, web ... We're looking for someone who is passionate about design, bicycles, and engineering who wants to be ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

New York, NY

$153K - $189K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$164K - $203K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$164K - $203K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$164K - $203K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

$143K - $177K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

Austin, TX

$138K - $171K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

Austin, TX · Remote

$143K - $177K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Remote

$143K - $177K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$143K - $177K/yr

... as a junior pair you direct and verify, not a passenger. Requirements This is a technically ... graphics stacks: OpenGL ES, WebGL, WebGPU, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX, including shader programming ...

WGI

Junior Graphic Designer

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

Design strong visual layouts and graphics for social media and collateral using Adobe Creative ... Experience in any of the following industries: engineering, construction, survey, landscape ...

WGI

Junior Graphic Designer

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

Design strong visual layouts and graphics for social media and collateral using Adobe Creative ... Experience in any of the following industries: engineering, construction, survey, landscape ...

WGI

Junior Graphic Designer

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

Design strong visual layouts and graphics for social media and collateral using Adobe Creative ... Experience in any of the following industries: engineering, construction, survey, landscape ...

HireClix

Junior Graphic Designer

Gloucester, MA

$22.50 - $30/hr

Create visually engaging graphics for digital advertising campaigns, social media, employer ... Partner with account managers, developers, and strategists to deliver high-quality creative ...

HireClix

Junior Graphic Designer

Gloucester, MA · On-site

$22.50 - $30/hr

Create visually engaging graphics for digital advertising campaigns, social media, employer ... Partner with account managers, developers, and strategists to deliver high-quality creative ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior graphics programmer in the United States is $26.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Junior Graphics Programmer, you generally need a solid understanding of computer graphics principles, proficiency in C++ or similar languages, and a relevant degree such as computer science or software engineering. Familiarity with graphics APIs like DirectX or OpenGL, shader languages (HLSL/GLSL), and version control systems like Git is typically expected. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you stand out in collaborative development environments. These skills and qualifications are essential for creating visually compelling, high-performance graphics solutions that meet industry standards.

What does a Junior Graphics Programmer do?

A Junior Graphics Programmer is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of visual elements in software, such as video games or simulations. They typically work under the guidance of senior graphics programmers to write and optimize code for rendering graphics, implementing shaders, and ensuring efficient use of hardware resources. Their tasks may also include debugging graphics issues, learning new graphics APIs, and collaborating with other team members to achieve visual targets. This entry-level role is a great way to gain experience in computer graphics and related technologies.

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As a Junior Graphics Programmer, you’ll often start by supporting senior developers with tasks such as implementing rendering features, optimizing shaders, and debugging graphics pipelines. You may work with technologies like DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan, as well as graphics engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine. Early projects usually involve collaborating closely with artists and designers to ensure visual elements are integrated efficiently and look as intended. This role offers a great opportunity to learn best practices in real-time rendering and to develop problem-solving skills through hands-on experience with cutting-edge graphics techniques.
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Graphics Engineer

Graphics Engineer

Iron Galaxy Studios

Nashville, TN • On-site

$135K - $167K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Iron Galaxy Nashville, LLC in Nashville, TN seeks Graphics Engineer.
Hybrid position- Telecommuting flexibility, but a requirement to physically be in the Nashville, TN area.
Develop cutting edge graphics features, techniques, and effects on both internal and external projects.
Job duties Include:
  • Graphics Programming - use knowledge of graphics to optimize rendering performance and ensure games can run on different rendering hardware.
  • Work effectively in cross disciplinary teams and collaborate on implementing features.
  • Stay up to date on game programming practices, be receptive to feedback from teammates and leads, and mentor more junior engineers.
  • Serve as a people leader as it relates to management of projects when needed.
  • Develop cutting edge rendering features and special effects to support the needs of internal projects and external clients.
  • Support art and design departments with the best technology available to help them realize their visions.
  • Analyze performance and implement optimizations at both a high and low level.
  • Work with multi-disciplinary development team to help set the direction of rendering technology at Iron Galaxy.
  • Use C++
  • Navigating and modify commercial and proprietary C++ game engines.
  • Use of low-level shading language and graphics API.
  • Use modern 3D graphics techniques.
  • Stays up to date with developing trends and novel techniques in real-time rendering.
  • Use of modern hardware rendering pipelines.
  • Use of multiple-rendering engines and graphics hardware.
  • Use high-quality graphics debuggers (e.g., RenderDoc, PIX).
  • Use of modern console hardware.
  • Use of current commercial-scale game engine.

Requires: Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science and 2 years of experience in Software Development or related occupation.
Iron Galaxy Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are essential to making quality games. Our teams actively support equal access to career opportunities for all people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, national origin, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We prohibit retaliation against individuals who present discrimination complaints to Iron Galaxy management or relevant government agencies. We strongly encourage women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

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