Senior Graphics Engineer (WebGPU) - CONTRACT

Adecco; Dublin; On-site; EUR 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Senior Graphics Engineer to advance WebGPU and real-time rendering initiatives in Dublin. This onsite role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimizing high-performance rendering systems for graphics-intensive applications.

You will lead R&D efforts, transform research into scalable production solutions, and collaborate with engineers and researchers across the organization. 12-month contract, daily rate 400–500 EUR, onsite in Dublin 2.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Relevant professional experience in graphics programming, game development, or real-time rendering.
• Strong C++ programming skills with a proven ability to build high-performance systems.
• Hands-on experience with Vulkan and modern graphics APIs.
• Experience developing or extending game engines, with Unity experience highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of graphics pipelines, shader programming, GPU architectures, and rendering techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize WebGPU-based rendering systems for high-performance, graphics-intensive applications.
• Lead research and development initiatives, proposing innovative projects and practical solutions.
• Optimize rendering performance, profiling, and memory usage across platforms.
• Collaborate across teams to translate research into production-ready implementations.

Skills

C++

Vulkan

WebGPU

Real-time rendering

Shader programming

Unity

Graphics APIs

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Graphics / CS / SE

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Vulkan

WebGPU

Unity

Job description

SENIOR GRAPHICS ENGINEER (WEBGPU & REAL-TIME RENDERING)

Location: Dublin 2

Contract: 12 months initially with view to extension

Work Model: Fully Onsite

Daily rate: 400-500 EUR

ROLE OVERVIEW

• We are looking for a highly skilled and passionate Senior Graphics Engineer to play a pivotal role in advancing our next-generation WebGPU technology initiatives.
• This is a hands-on engineering position focused on designing, implementing, and optimizing high-performance rendering solutions for performance-critical applications, with an immediate emphasis on innovative mini-game experiences.
• You’ll work at the intersection of cutting-edge graphics research and practical product development, transforming experimental concepts into scalable, production-ready solutions.
• This role offers a unique opportunity to influence technical strategy, lead impactful R&D initiatives, and collaborate with talented engineers, researchers, and stakeholders across the organization.
• If you’re excited by solving complex graphics challenges, exploring emerging technologies, and building industry-leading rendering systems, we’d love to hear from you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive WebGPU Innovation
  • Design, implement, and optimize WebGPU-based rendering systems for high-performance, graphics-intensive applications.
  • Champion the adoption and integration of WebGPU capabilities across strategic projects and products.
  • Explore emerging graphics techniques and help define best practices for next-generation web rendering.
• Lead Research & Development Initiatives
  • Identify technical opportunities and challenges, proposing innovative research projects and practical solutions.
  • Develop proof-of-concept applications and prototypes that demonstrate new capabilities and validate technical approaches.
  • Translate research outcomes into scalable, production-ready implementations.
• Optimize Performance
  • Conduct in-depth profiling, performance analysis, and optimization of rendering pipelines and graphics workloads.
  • Improve GPU and CPU utilization, memory efficiency, and overall rendering performance across platforms.
  • Solve complex technical challenges related to real-time graphics, game engines, and interactive experiences.
• Technical Leadership & Collaboration
  • Provide technical guidance and share expertise with engineering teams and stakeholders.
  • Communicate research findings, architectural decisions, and performance insights clearly and effectively.
  • Collaborate across disciplines to ensure successful delivery of projects and technical initiatives.
• Stay at the Forefront of Graphics Technology
  • Keep current with advancements in WebGPU, Vulkan, GPU programming, real-time rendering, and graphics research.
  • Engage with the wider graphics community through conferences, publications, and industry events.
  • Represent the organization at technical conferences, exhibitions, customer engagements, and partner meetings as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ideally Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant professional experience in graphics programming, game development, or real-time rendering.
• Strong C++ programming skills with a proven ability to build high-performance systems.
• Hands-on experience with Vulkan and modern graphics APIs.
• Experience developing or extending game engines, with Unity experience highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of graphics pipelines, shader programming, GPU architectures, and rendering techniques.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following technologies and languages:
  • oC++
  • oC#
  • oJavaScript
  • oGLSL
  • oWGSL
• Demonstrated ability to transform technical specifications and research concepts into robust software solutions.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills with a track record of solving complex technical challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience applying computer graphics research and academic insights to real-world products or industrial applications.
• Passion for innovation and exploring emerging technologies in graphics and interactive experiences.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ideally Master's degree in Computer Graphics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Direct experience developing with WebGPU.
• Experience building 3D applications, games, or interactive experiences across desktop, mobile, and web platforms.
• Contributions to graphics-related research, open-source projects, technical publications, or industry presentations.
• Experience with advanced rendering techniques, GPU optimization, or graphics middleware development.
• Recognition through awards, competitions, hackathons, or notable achievements in graphics programming, computer science, or software engineering.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE IN THIS ROLE

• Deliver measurable improvements in graphics performance and rendering efficiency.
• Influence the evolution of our WebGPU strategy and technical roadmap.
• Create innovative prototypes and R&D outcomes that shape future products.
• Establish yourself as a trusted technical expert within the organization.
• Help drive industry-leading graphics experiences through cutting-edge engineering and research.

Adecco is an equal opportunity employer.