Senior Graphics Engineer

MicroTECH Global Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Graphics Engineer for a hybrid role in London. The position involves developing GPU driver innovations, implementing API features, and optimizing performance in real-time graphics. Candidates should have experience in computer graphics, C/C++ programming, and a strong understanding of GPU architectures. This contract role lasts for 12 months.

Qualifications

• Expertise in real-time embedded software development, especially for mobile devices.
• Strong understanding of GPU architectures and computer graphics pipelines.
• Proficiency in problem-solving and debugging in embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop GPU driver innovations and optimize real-time rendering.
• Implement features for OpenGL ES and Vulkan APIs.
• Analyze graphics workloads and improve GPU driver performance.

Skills

Computer graphics expertise

C and C++ programming

Collaboration and communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

OpenGL

Vulkan

Android Graphics Stack

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Graphics Engineer
Location: London, UK (Hybrid Working)
Type: Contract (Inside IR35)
Duration: 12 Months

Responsibilities

• Develop GPU driver innovations to optimize real-time rendering pipelines and deliver class-leading performance.
• Implement standard features and extensions for APIs like OpenGL ES and Vulkan.
• Analyse graphics workloads, identify bottlenecks, and optimize GPU drivers and API usage.
• Develop optimal middleware libraries based on graphics and compute APIs.
• Bring up and evaluate new devices, collaborating with other teams to define and implement GPU requirements and integrate them into the operating system.
• Take technical responsibility for significant sections of assigned projects.
• Translate complex functional and technical requirements into detailed design.

Requirements

• A degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Natural Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent industrial experience).
• Expertise in computer graphics, including design and implementation of OpenGL, OpenGL ES, Vulkan, or DirectX APIs.
• A proven track record in real-time embedded software development, preferably for mobile devices, with a strong understanding of modern development environments.
• Understanding of computer graphics pipelines and modern mobile GPU architectures.
• Expert proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.
• System-level performance analysis and strong OS fundamentals (memory management, multithreading/synchronization, user/kernel mode interaction).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a results-oriented attitude.
• Proficiency in problem-solving and debugging.

Desirables

• Experience working on the Android Graphics Stack (Compositor, HWUI, HAL).
• Experience with ARM 64-bit architecture.
• Experience developing system software for Android OS.
• Familiarity with CPU and GPU hardware architectures.
• Java and/or Python development experience.
• Understanding of neural networks and their applications in graphics (Neural Graphics Processing).