GPU Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech industry is seeking a GPU Software Engineer for a 12-month contract in Portsmouth. You will focus on designing and evaluating features for 3D graphics APIs like Vulkan and DirectX, guiding hardware developments. This position requires a deep understanding of GPU architecture and strong C++ programming skills.

Qualifications

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

C++

Programming

Performance Analysis

Education

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

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GPU Software Engineer, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: microTECH Global LTD

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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 APIs: Vulkan, OpenGL ES, Metal, DirectX 11 or DirectX 12.