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

AMD; Town of Poland (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD is seeking a senior graphics software engineer to lead architecture and design of GPU SDK components focused on data analysis, frame timing, and latency optimization. You will collaborate with hardware and game developers to improve frame pacing and presentation across platforms.

You will optimize DXGI Swapchain usage, develop telemetry and profiling tools, and mentor a team of engineers on timing-critical techniques within Unreal/Unity or proprietary engines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in graphics or real-time rendering.
• Strong C++ and modern design patterns.
• Experience with DXGI, frame timing, and latency optimization.

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 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.

Skills

HLSL

Direct3D 12

GPU timing

Latency analysis

Data analysis

Frame pacing

Input latency

Game engine architecture

C++17/20

SDK/API architecture

Parallel algorithms

Display technologies

Tools

DXGI Swapchain

Unreal Engine

Unity

GPU profiling tools

Telemetry tooling

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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