GPU Software Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in technology solutions is looking for a GPU Software Engineer for a 12-month contract. The role involves designing features for 3D graphics APIs like Vulkan and DirectX, emphasizing performance and future GPU applications. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in GPU software architecture and C++ programming.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new features for 3D Graphics APIs.
• Investigate improvements for existing APIs.
• Perform performance analysis of proposed changes.

Skills

C++

3D Graphics APIs

Education

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

Tools

Vulkan

DirectX11

DirectX12

OpenGL ES

Metal

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GPU Software Engineer, preston, lancashire

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Client:

microTECH Global LTD

Location:

preston, lancashire, 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.