Mesa/Graphics Software Developer (Remote/Anywhere)

Collabora; Poland; Remote; PLN 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading open-source consultancy in Poland is seeking a passionate software developer to join its Graphics domain team. The role involves contributing to the Mesa 3D Graphics Library and addressing client needs through open-source solutions. Ideal candidates will have experience in Linux and relevant tools, with strong communication skills for remote collaboration. This position supports a fully distributed working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with contributions to the Mesa 3D Graphics Library including OpenGL, Vulkan, DRI.
• Proficient in Linux and familiar with open-source development practices.
• Capable of effectively communicating in an online distributed work environment.

Responsibilities

• Discuss technology with clients and represent the company at conferences.
• Analyse client issues and design solutions using open-source technologies.
• Scope client projects in collaboration with the delivery team.

Skills

Contributions to Mesa 3D Graphics Library

Linux experience

Knowledge of open-source development methodologies

Good English language skills

Ability to work in a distributed environment

Education

BS/BA or equivalent experience

Tools

CI Tools (Jenkins/LAVA, GitLab CI)

Testing Tools (Piglit, GL/Vulkan CTS, dEQP)

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic open‑source software developer, with contributions to the Mesa 3D Graphics Library, to join our ever growing geographically‑distributed Graphics domain team.

The Graphics domain team is contributing to the entire Linux Graphics stack from the Linux kernel up to the Graphics toolkits including but not limited to DRI and kernel‑mode graphics drivers, Wayland/Weston, OpenGL, Vulkan, OpenGL/EGL and other open‑source Graphics drivers within the Mesa 3D Graphics Library for different customers’ projects in various market verticals.

Key Responsibilites

• Discussing technology with clients and represent Collabora at conferences and trade shows to demonstrate and promote our leadership in the open source arena
• Analysing client problems and designing solutions leveraging open source technologies and Collabora's technical expertise
• Defining and scoping client projects in collaboration with the delivery team
• Contributing publicly to open source projects to ensure Collabora's continuing technical leadership
• Gain working knowledge of customers’ products, applications, technical and business strengths and target markets
• Understanding client needs and reconciling time constraints, available technologies and resources, and open source best practices

Required Skills

• Experience with direct contributions to the Mesa 3D Graphics Library: OpenGL, Vulkan, DRI, Gallium drivers...
• Linux experience
• Knowledge of open source development methodologies and relevant open source communities
• Good English language skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work and communicate in an online fully distributed environment

Desired Skills

• Experience with CI (Jenkins/LAVA, GitLab CI in particular) and testing (Piglit, GL/Vulkan CTS, dEQP) is a plus
• Self learning skill to get sufficient knowledge of Collabora's services, business model, project delivery life cycle and other related technical domains
• BS/BA or experience in the role of Engineer
• Experience within a Technical Leadership role

Collabora is a global consultancy focused on helping businesses harness the full potential of Open Source software. From the Linux kernel to graphics, multimedia, machine learning, and XR, our expertise spans all key areas of Open Source development.

For over 20 years, Collabora has helped clients navigate the ever‑evolving Open Source landscape, whether contributing a critical line of code or shaping long‑term strategic development plans.

By leveraging community‑driven projects and reusing proven components, we accelerate development, reduce time to market, and enable true product differentiation.

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