Jp Arimaa
About Jp Arimaa
Jp Arimaa is a Rendering Engineer with expertise in VR development, currently employed at Varjo since 2020. He has a background in graphics programming and has held positions at various companies, including Basemark and Furuno Finland Oy.
Work at Varjo
Currently, Jp Arimaa serves as a Rendering Engineer at Varjo, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on virtual reality (VR) development, utilizing modern C++ and DirectX to enhance graphics performance. He employs various tools such as HLSL, CMake, Google Test, Nsight, and Visual Studio to support his work in graphics programming. His expertise contributes to the advancement of Varjo's innovative VR technologies.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current role at Varjo, Jp Arimaa held several positions in the technology sector. He worked as a Graphics Programmer at Basemark from 2018 to 2020, and as a Software Engineer at Furuno Finland Oy from 2014 to 2017. His earlier experience includes a role as a Project Researcher at the University of Turku from 2013 to 2014, and as a Game Developer at Décron Studios Ltd. from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he worked as a Software Developer at Reaktor for six months in 2017.
Education and Expertise
Jp Arimaa earned a Master’s Degree in Software Engineering from Tampere University of Technology, completing his studies from 2006 to 2012. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in software and graphics programming, particularly in VR development. He specializes in using modern C++ and DirectX, which are essential for creating high-performance graphics applications.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his role as a Rendering Engineer, Jp Arimaa utilizes a variety of technical tools and programming languages. He employs Git for version control in his graphics programming projects. His skill set includes proficiency in HLSL, CMake, Google Test, Nsight, and Visual Studio, which are critical for developing and testing graphics applications. His expertise in these areas supports his contributions to VR technology.