Senior Graphics Engineer — Text Rendering & Fonts

Google

United States

On-site

USD 174,000 - 252,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Google seeks a Senior Software Engineer in Graphics, Fonts and Text Rendering to advance text rendering across Chrome, Android, and other Google platforms from its Raleigh/Durham offices. You will partner with native designers and web developers to bring typography to life with Skia and related graphics stacks, ensuring high-quality, scalable rendering.

The role emphasizes deep C++ expertise, graphics APIs, and collaboration across teams, with opportunities to mentor juniors and influence

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
5 years of experience in software development using C++.
Experience with graphics rendering libraries or APIs (e.g., Skia, Vulkan, or OpenGL).

Responsibilities

Enhance the capabilities and performance of text rendering in Skia across Chrome, Android, and other Google platforms.
Implement support for emerging fonts and evolve text support alongside operating system updates.
Develop shaping and alignment APIs to support the latest designs.
Collaborate with cross-functional design and engineering teams to build high-quality cross-platform graphics solutions.
Triage and resolve system issues, and use AI to accelerate engineering productivity.