Company: CD PROJEKT RED

Job Overview Company Name: CD PROJEKT RED Project: Project Sirius (The Witcher Multiplayer) Job Title: Lead VFX Artist Employment Type: Full-time Location: Warsaw Work Model: Hybrid (In-office presence required) Salary Range: 33,800 – 46,475 PLN Gross Monthly Experience Level: 8+ Years VFX Experience with shipped AAA titles in a Lead capacity Core Technology: Unreal Engine 5, SideFX Houdini Incentives: Long-term Incentive Program (Stock Options) Industry: AAA Game Development / RPG Franchise: The Witcher Position Overview CD PROJEKT RED is searching for a visionary and highly technical Lead VFX Artist to join our Warsaw studio. This is a defining role for Project Sirius, an ambitious multiplayer title set within the legendary Witcher universe. As the Lead VFX Artist, you will be the primary architect of the visual effects strategy, driving the next generation of high-fidelity, real-time effects. You will lead a talented team of artists to create impactful visuals that not only look stunning but also enhance gameplay clarity and multiplayer storytelling. We are looking for a “player-first” leader who balances creative brilliance with technical rigor, all while fostering a studio culture grounded in trust, respect, and innovation. Company Description To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers—this is our mission. CD PROJEKT RED is a global leader in the interactive entertainment industry, known for pushing the boundaries of narrative complexity and visual fidelity. Our culture is built on passion, a “rebel” spirit, and an uncompromising commitment to quality. At our Warsaw campus, we foster a truly international environment where creativity thrives, and every team member has the opportunity to leave a lasting mark on gaming history. Role Overview The Lead VFX Artist for Project Sirius is a critical bridge between artistic vision and technical execution. Because Sirius is a multiplayer experience, your effects must do more than provide spectacle; they must provide vital gameplay feedback while maintaining high performance across diverse network conditions. You will lead a pod of skilled VFX artists, acting as a mentor, technical advisor, and creative director for the department. You will work in lockstep with Gameplay, Cinematics, and Environment leads to ensure that the “magic” of the Witcher world feels responsive, immersive, and technically flawless within Unreal Engine 5. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Mentorship Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of skilled VFX Artists, championing an inclusive environment and providing clear paths for career growth and performance. Goal Setting: Guide team members in setting meaningful artistic and technical goals that align with project milestones. Culture Building: Foster a studio culture where creativity, feedback, and technical excellence are at the forefront of daily operations. Creative & Technical Execution VFX Design: Design and implement impactful real-time VFX that support a wide range of in-game moments, from high-octane combat to environmental atmosphere. R&D and Prototyping: Research and prototype new workflows, tools, and techniques (specifically within SideFX Houdini and UE5) to push the boundaries of what is possible in real-time. Pipeline Management: Help maintain and evolve an efficient, scalable production pipeline that allows for rapid iteration without sacrificing quality. Collaboration & Quality Control Cross-Discipline Alignment: Collaborate with Gameplay, Environment, and Cinematic directors to ensure VFX are integrated seamlessly and support the game’s narrative and mechanical goals. External Collaboration: Oversee outsourced work by preparing clear briefs, performing rigorous reviews, and ensuring external partners meet CD PROJEKT RED’s high-quality standards. Performance & Optimization: Ensure all content is performant and optimized, utilizing advanced debugging skills to solve complex technical challenges across platforms. Qualifications & Skills Professional Requirements Experience: 8+ years of experience as a VFX Artist in game development, with at least one shipped AAA title in a Lead or comparable senior leadership role. Leadership Track Record: Proven ability to mentor others, influence project direction, and support team growth in a creative environment. Unreal Expertise: Deep, expert-level knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 and its real-time VFX systems (Niagara). Technical Toolset: Solid knowledge of VFX pipelines and tools, with a specific proficiency in SideFX Houdini. Technical Proficiencies Simulations: Strong proficiency in both real-time and baked simulations. Rendering Knowledge: A deep understanding of PBR workflows, custom shaders, real-time rendering, and lighting. Optimization: Advanced skills in performance profiling, optimization, and debugging for high-fidelity games. Communication: Excellent verbal and written English skills; the ability to present complex technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders. Benefits & Professional Growth CD PROJEKT RED provides an industry-leading benefits package designed to support the “Rebels” behind our games: Relocation & Integration Full Relocation Support: Including flight tickets, a company apartment for your first month, and pet/family relocation support. Legalization & Tax: Full assistance with work permits and tax settlements to help you feel at home in Poland. Language Support: Polish lessons provided for you and your spouse/partner. Health & Well-being Medical Care: Private medical healthcare with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation. Mental Health: Free psychological and psychiatric care and various well-being initiatives. Paid Leave: 20 to 26 days of holiday per year, paid sick leave, and menstrual leave (one extra day off per month). Family Support: RED Parents Network and the RED Summer Camp for children (mostly paid by the company). Perks & Professional Growth Professional Development: Access to workshops, lectures, e-learning platforms, and internal knowledge-sharing initiatives. Studio Life: A dog-friendly office, onsite gym with a climbing wall, yoga/boxing classes, and healthy canteens. Social Culture: Regular gatherings, UNWIND parties, and a diverse, international working environment. Application Process To apply, please submit your CV and a link to your VFX Portfolio. Note: A strong portfolio showcasing mastery in VFX for games is an absolute requirement. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered for this role.

Senior Sound Designer  Job Overview Company Name: CD PROJEKT RED Project: The Witcher 4 Job Title: Senior Sound Designer Employment Type: Full-time Location: Warsaw, Poland Work Model: Hybrid (Office-centric) Salary Range: 29,600 – 40,755 PLN Gross Monthly Experience Level: Approximately 7 years (Senior / Expert Tier) Core Technology: Wwise, Unreal Engine 5, Reaper Incentives: Long-term Incentive Program (Stock Options) Industry: AAA Game Development / Role-Playing Games (RPG) Position Overview at CD PROJEKT RED CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a world-class Senior Sound Designer to join our Warsaw studio and help define the sonic landscape of the next major installment in The Witcher saga. This is a high-level, “Expert” tier role designed for an audio artist who possesses a rare blend of technical mastery and creative vision. In this position, you will act as a creative owner of the game’s mix, ensuring that sound effects, musical scores, and voice-over performances harmonize perfectly to fulfill our narrative goals. You will play a vital role in evolving the “Witcher” sound—moving into Unreal Engine 5 to create immersive, atmospheric, and technically advanced audio experiences that set a new benchmark for the RPG genre. Company Description To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers—this is our mission. CD PROJEKT RED is an independent studio known for pushing the boundaries of narrative complexity and world-building. We are a community of “Rebels” who value artistic independence and technical innovation. From our state-of-the-art campus in Warsaw, we collaborate across borders to create some of the most respected intellectual properties in the global gaming industry. Role Overview The Senior Sound Designer is a cornerstone of the audio department. Beyond traditional sound creation, you are the Creative Owner of the Game Mix. You will oversee how all audio elements coalesce, developing the systems that manage hierarchy, clarity, and emotional impact in a dynamic open-world environment. You are not just a contributor; you are a mentor and a technical architect. You will design original SFX, implement them via Wwise and UE5, and provide high-level guidance to more junior designers. Your goal is to ensure that the audio is not only immersive but also accessible and technically optimized across all target platforms. Key Responsibilities as Senior Sound Designer Creative Mix Ownership & Mastering Holistic Audio Vision: Act as the creative lead for the game’s final mix. Balance Sound Design, Music, and VO to ensure the audio landscape remains consistent with the game’s creative direction. System Development: Architect and maintain advanced mix systems and logic to handle the vast complexity of a Witcher-scale RPG. Mastering: Lead the final mastering process, ensuring high-fidelity output that translates perfectly across PC and next-gen console hardware. Sound Design & Technical Implementation Full-Cycle Production: Record, edit, design, and optimize original sound effects that ground the player in the dark fantasy world of The Witcher. Implementation: Utilize Wwise and Unreal Engine 5 to integrate audio content, ensuring high-performance standards and creative precision. Spatial Audio: Implement and refine 3D and spatial audio formats to enhance player immersion and environmental storytelling. Leadership & Collaboration Mentorship: Support the growth of Sound Designers within the team, providing peer reviews, technical coaching, and creative inspiration. Cross-Disciplinary Synergy: Collaborate daily with Composers, Audio Programmers, and VO Designers to resolve design obstacles and create meaningful audio-visual synchronization. Innovation: Proactively identify and resolve pipeline bottlenecks, proposing new tools or workflows to improve the audio team’s effectiveness. Qualifications & Skills for Senior Sound Designer Professional Requirements Experience: Approximately 7 years of professional experience in game audio, with a demonstrable history of senior or expert-level contributions to AAA titles. Mix Expertise: A deep, fundamental understanding of the technical and creative nuances of audio mixing within a real-time game environment. Middleware Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Wwise is mandatory. DAW Proficiency: High proficiency in professional Digital Audio Workstations, with a strong preference for Reaper. Technical & Artistic Skills Portfolio: A stellar demo reel or portfolio showcasing high-end sound design and sophisticated mixing capabilities. Spatial Audio: Familiarity with modern spatial audio formats and an understanding of how to implement them for maximum impact. Platform Knowledge: A clear understanding of the audio capabilities and hardware limitations of PC and current-generation consoles. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; the ability to coordinate effectively with cross-functional development teams in English. Preferred (Nice to Have) Direct experience with Unreal Engine 5 and its proprietary audio toolsets. Previous experience in a formal leadership or coaching capacity. Benefits & Professional Growth CD PROJEKT RED offers a comprehensive support system for our experts: Relocation & Legalization: A full relocation package including flights, an apartment for the first month, and pet/family relocation support. We also handle your legalization and tax settlements. Health & Well-being: Private medical (with dental), life insurance, cancer prevention screenings, and free psychological/psychiatrist care. We also offer menstrual leave for employees experiencing period pain. Financial Incentives: Competitive base salary and eligibility for the CDPR Stock Option program after the vesting period. Studio Culture: A dog-friendly, international office with an onsite gym, climbing wall, healthy canteens, and regular social events. Learning: Continuous professional growth through workshops, e-learning, and internal knowledge-sharing initiatives. Application Process To apply, please submit your CV and a link to your demo reel. We are specifically interested in seeing your workflow within Wwise and how you approach the mix of a complex, layered scene.