GPU Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a skilled GPU Software Engineer for a 12-month contract in Cambridge. The successful candidate will work on enhancing 3D graphics APIs like Vulkan and DirectX, engaging in performance analysis and contributing to GPU architecture proposals. Ideal for someone with a strong programming background in C++ and extensive experience in GPU driver development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in GPU software architecture or driver development.
• Strong programming skills in C++.
• Hands-on experience with graphics APIs like Vulkan, OpenGL ES, or DirectX.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new features for 3D Graphics APIs.
• Investigate and evaluate features and improvements for 3D Graphics APIs.
• Draft new API extensions and write specifications.

Skills

Programming skills in C++

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in a relevant discipline

Tools

Vulkan

OpenGL ES

Metal

DirectX11

DirectX12

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Client:

microTECH Global LTD

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client is seeking a GPU Software Engineer for a 12-month contract based in Cambridge.

The successful candidate will design and evaluate features for 3D graphics APIs like Vulkan and DirectX, focusing on performance and use cases for current and future GPUs. The role includes guiding hardware and driver roadmaps and communicating new technologies to stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

- Design and develop new features for 3D Graphics APIs.

- Investigate and evaluate features and improvements for 3D Graphics APIs.

- Draft new API extensions and write specifications.

- Prototype interface changes and proposals.

- Propose changes to GPU architecture.

- Perform performance analysis of proposed changes.

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.

- 5+ years of experience in GPU software architecture or driver development.

- Strong programming skills in C++.

- Hands-on experience with one or more of the following API's: Vulkan, OpenGL ES, Metal, DirectX11 or DirectX12.