Lead GPU SDK Engineer (Data Analysis & Frame Timing Focus).

Advanced Micro Devices; Województwo pomorskie; Hybrid; PLN 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is seeking a senior GPU SDK engineer to drive latency optimization and frame timing across graphics pipelines. You will lead architecture of SDK components, implement and optimize DXGI Swapchain, and mentor engineers in timing-critical techniques.

Ideal candidates have expert C++ (C++17/20), strong GPU performance analytics, and experience with Unreal/Unity or proprietary engines in real-time rendering. Hybrid work model is offered.

Qualifications

• Proficient in HLSL and Direct3D 12.
• Deep understanding of GPU timing and synchronization.
• Experience with frame pacing and latency optimization.
• Strong C++ 17/20 skills with modern design patterns.
• Expert in GPU profiling and performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and design of GPU SDK components for data analysis and latency optimization.
• Drive frame pacing tech direction and input latency reduction.
• Optimize DXGI Swapchain for various display configurations.
• Analyze frame timing data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities.
• Develop telemetry and profiling solutions for latency measurement.
• Mentor team on timing-critical optimization techniques.
• Collaborate with hardware, display, and game teams on timing solutions.
• Architect scalable API interfaces for framing and timing tools.
• Define validation frameworks and quality standards for timing features.

Skills

HLSL

Direct3D 12

DXGI Swapchain

GPU timing

Data analysis

Latency measurement

Unreal/Unity integration

C++17/20

GPU profiling

Display tech knowledge

Algorithm optimization

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Profiling tools

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.

Together, we advance your career.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and design of GPU SDK components focused on data analysis, frame timing, and latency optimization
• Drive technical direction for frame pacing technologies, input latency reduction, and presentation optimization
• Expert implementation and optimization of DXGI Swapchain for various display configurations and timing requirements
• Deep analysis of frame timing data, identifying bottlenecks and optimization opportunities across the graphics pipeline
• Design and implement comprehensive telemetry and profiling solutions for latency measurement
• Mentor engineering team on performance analysis methodologies and timing-critical optimization techniques
• Strategic partnership with hardware architects, display technology teams, and game developers on frame timing and latency solutions
• Architect scalable API interfaces for frame pacing and latency measurement tools
• Define validation frameworks and quality standards for timing-critical SDK features

Required Technology Skills

• Expert HLSL and Direct3D 12
• Expert DXGI Swapchain implementation, configuration, and optimization
• Deep understanding of GPU pipeline timing and synchronization
• Advanced data analysis and statistical methods for performance characterization
• Frame timing analysis and presentation optimization techniques
• Input latency measurement and optimization
• Game engine architecture and integration (Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary engines)
• Experience in game development or real-time rendering applications
• GPU profiling and performance analysis tools
• Expert parallel algorithms and optimization patterns
• Strong understanding of display technologies and refresh rate handling
• Proven SDK/API architecture and delivery
• Expert C++ (C++17/20) with modern design patterns

Nice-to-Have Background

• Windows Compositor and DWM interaction
• Variable refresh rate technologies (VRR, FreeSync, G-Sync)
• HDR and advanced display features
• Shader compilation pipelines and IRs (DXIL, SPIR-V)
• ML frameworks for performance prediction and analysis
• Validation frameworks and automated testing
• Deep GPU hardware architecture knowledge (AMD RDNA, NVIDIA, Intel)
• OS-level graphics subsystem knowledge
• Vulkan present modes and timing extensions
• Real-time systems and scheduling
• AAA game development experience
• Cross-platform development expertise
• Advanced statistical analysis and data visualization tools

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