Senior Graphics Engineer: Cross-Platform Text Rendering

Google Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 174,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer focused on Graphics, Fonts and Text Rendering in Durham, North Carolina. This role will enhance text rendering capabilities and implement support for emerging fonts across platforms including Chrome and Android. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of C++ software development experience, with preferences for graphics programming expertise and a Master’s or PhD. The position offers a competitive base salary of $174,000-$252,000 plus bonuses and equity.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in software development using C++.
• Experience with graphics programming, including rendering libraries.
• Experience in a technical leadership role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enhance text rendering capabilities in Skia across platforms.
• Implement support for emerging fonts and evolve text support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional design and engineering teams.

Skills

C++

Graphics programming

Rendering libraries

Graphics APIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field

Tools

Skia

Vulkan

OpenGL

Freetype

Harfbuzz

CoreText

DirectWrite

Job description

Google Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer focused on Graphics, Fonts and Text Rendering in Durham, North Carolina. This role will enhance text rendering capabilities and implement support for emerging fonts across platforms including Chrome and Android. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of C++ software development experience, with preferences for graphics programming expertise and a Master’s or PhD. The position offers a competitive base salary of $174,000-$252,000 plus bonuses and equity.