Software Engineering/Development: 3D Graphics Software Engineer Parsippany, NJ, USA

Canfield Scientific; New Jersey; On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid days off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

A leading provider of photographic documentation resources in New Jersey is seeking a 3D Graphics Software Engineer to develop and maintain real-time 3D applications using C++ and OpenGL. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in graphics programming and a passion for solving complex problems. This role offers a salary range of $125,000–$200,000 annually and includes comprehensive benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of established experience in C++ with a focus on high-performance application development.
• Demonstrated experience with OpenGL or OpenGL ES, including GLSL shader programming.
• Solid understanding of linear algebra and camera geometry.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain real-time 3D applications using modern C++ and OpenGL.
• Implement and optimize rendering pipelines and custom shader effects.
• Debug, profile, and optimize performance across multiple platforms.

Skills

C++

OpenGL

Real-time 3D Rendering

Cross-platform Development

3D Computer Graphics

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

GLSL

Git

CMake

Job description

Software Engineering/Development: 3D Graphics Software Engineer

The ideal 3D Graphics Software Engineer candidate is a skilled C++ with experience in real-time 3D rendering using the OpenGL with a good understanding of the software lifecycle, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and enjoys problem solving.

Job Description:

• Design, develop, and maintain real-time 3D applications using modern C++ and OpenGL
• Implement and optimize rendering pipelines, 3D geometry handling, and custom shader effects
• Develop features for 3D interaction, visualization, and simulation based on large image datasets
• Integrate graphics modules with backend data-processing and UI frameworks
• Debug, profile, and optimize CPU/GPU performance across multiple platforms
• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented, and portable code

Core Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, computer science or related field preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and education
• At least 1 year of established experience in C++ with focus on high-performance application development
• Demonstrated experience with OpenGL or OpenGL ES, including GLSL shader programming
• Solid understanding of 3D computer graphics, linear algebra, and camera geometry
• Knowledgeable of cross-platform development (Windows, Linux, or macOS)
• Familiarity with C++ build tools such as git and make or CMake
• Exposure to Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX graphics APIs is a plus
• Experience integrating 3D visualization with image processing pipelines or machine learning models, medical imaging or regulated software environments, or CI/CD pipelines for mobile (e.g. Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Understanding of scientific visualization, simulation software, or game engine architecture
• Experience with modern GPU profiling and debugging tools (e.g., RenderDoc, Nsight, glDebugMessageCallback)

Canfield Imaging Systems is the world-leading developer of specialized photographic systems for medical practices, institutions, research organizations, and pharmaceutical suppliers. Canfield offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible full-time employees. These include paid days off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, and a 401(k) plan with employer match (currently set at 50%). The anticipated salary range for the position is $125,000.00-$200,000.00 annually. This is dependent upon consideration of multiple factors when determining a base salary such as a candidate’s experience, education, and current market conditions. If the role is eligible for full benefits, it will be discussed with you during the interview process. Canfield Imaging Systems is a division of Canfield Scientific, Inc., the largest provider of photographic documentation resources and services for pharmaceutical research.

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