GPU Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology client is looking for a GPU Software Engineer for a 12-month contract in Cambridge. The successful candidate will design and evaluate features for 3D graphics APIs like Vulkan and DirectX, focusing on performance and guiding hardware roadmaps. This role requires at least 5 years of experience in GPU software architecture and strong programming skills in C++, among other qualifications.

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, DirectX11, or DirectX12.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

C++

GPU Architecture

3D Graphics APIs

Performance Analysis

Education

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

Tools

Vulkan

DirectX11

OpenGL ES

DirectX12

Metal

Job description

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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.