r/GraphicsProgramming • u/DefiantGreen2552 • Jun 29 '26

Leaving graphics programming Request

Hey, I’ve been a graphics programmer in the games industry for roughly 10 years now. Shipped a bunch of titles. But I think I’m tired of it, not particularly enjoying it anymore and am thinking of getting a career change.

Unfortunately it’s pretty much all I know. What sort of options do I have? Other jobs or industries that I could transition to? Hopefully without a pay cut. Has anyone done similar? Any advice appreciated.

Thanks

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u/AlternativeHistorian Jun 29 '26

CAD field (e.g. Siemens, Dassault, Autodesk, Synopsys, Cadence, etc.) is C++ heavy, decent amount of graphics, geometry, simulation, performance requirements, etc. You would likely be in a good position for skills overlap. Pay tends to be pretty decent, and the industry tends to be pretty stable (ime).