Senior Platform Developer (Metal)

Skillsearch; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a senior-level engineer to enhance the GPU backend of a renowned renderer. This role focuses on optimizing performance for Apple’s Metal API, collaborating with teams and hardware partners. Ideal for those passionate about GPU performance and cross-platform development.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Metal or strong desire to become an expert.
• Passion for GPU performance and cross-platform development.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve support for Apple’s Metal API across renderer’s compute backend.
• Collaborate with rendering and infrastructure teams to optimize GPU integration.

Skills

C++

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Physics

Degree in Mathematics

Tools

Git

CMake

CUDA

HIP

Job description

We’re looking for a senior-level engineer to help shape the GPU backend of a production-proven renderer used by leading studios and artists worldwide. You'll work at the heart of a compute framework, focusing on supporting and optimizing for Apple’s Metal API. This is a critical role with real impact—ideal for someone who wants to push GPU performance and work directly with platform vendors.

Responsibilities :

• Own and evolve support for Apple’s Metal API across our renderer’s compute backend
• Improve performance, stability, and compatibility across macOS and other supported platforms
• Collaborate with rendering and infrastructure teams to optimize GPU integration
• Work closely with hardware partners (including Apple) to ensure forward compatibility and performance alignment
• Influence the technical direction of compute infrastructure used in high-end production rendering

Qualifications :

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical field
• Deep knowledge of Metal or a strong desire to become an expert
• C++ expertise and familiarity with modern development workflows (Git, CMake)
• Bonus : knowledge of CUDA and / or HIP
• Passion for GPU performance, rendering, and cross-platform development
• Clear communicator and collaborative mindset

Why Join Us?

• You’ll work on a product trusted by top-tier studios in film, VFX, and design
• You’ll help shape the future of GPU compute on Apple platforms
• You’ll collaborate with a highly skilled, international team and influence a widely adopted rendering engine

If this role aligns with your skills and interests, apply now—we’d love to hear from you.

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