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World Labs

Pipeline Engineer (Graphics/3D)

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$164K - $203K/yr

... engineering to product design - creating a tight feedback loop between our cutting-edge research ... Strong literacy in core 3D graphics and computer vision concepts , such as transforms, cameras ...

World Labs

Pipeline Engineer (Graphics/3D)

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$164K - $203K/yr

... engineering to product design - creating a tight feedback loop between our cutting-edge research ... Strong literacy in core 3D graphics and computer vision concepts , such as transforms, cameras ...

Nintendo

Graphics Engineer (Retro Studios)

Austin, TX · On-site

$138K - $171K/yr

... developers to stay inspired, balanced, and at the top of their game. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES ... Proficiency with 3D graphics algorithms and their practical application in real-time computer ...

Zoo

CAD Graphics Engine Software Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$145K - $195K/yr

This is a great opportunity to apply your expertise in 3D graphics to help us disrupt the hardware ... Document functionality and implementation details for production and other Engineers What You'll ...

Integrated Resources INC

Work on next generation media player that integrates live video and 3D graphics Sr. Graphics Engineer VR 5 years' experience with OpenGL and WebGL Expert level knowledge of C++ and Java Expert level ...

Weekday AI

3D Game Developer - Panda3D

Remote Become a key member of our customer's team as a 3D Game Developer (Panda3D), contributing ... Strong knowledge of 3D graphics principles, game loops, and simulation system design. * Proven ...

Apple

Graphics Verification Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$138K - $171K/yr

... 3D graphics pipeline, OGL/OCL programmingGraphics driver knowledgeExperience with emulation systemsAbility to collaborate under tight schedulesExcellent planning, collaboration, and communication ...

Apple

Graphics Verification Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$138K - $171K/yr

... Graphics knowledge, 3D graphics pipeline, OGL/OCL programming Graphics driver knowledge Experience with emulation systems Ability to collaborate under tight schedules Excellent planning ...

OpenReq

Senior Full Stack Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

We're seeking a Senior Full-Stack Engineer with a passion for front-end development and an interest or experience in 3D graphics to join our team. You'll play a pivotal role in developing our 3D ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3d graphics developer in the United States is $36.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $42.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 3D Graphics Developer vs 3D Artist?

Aspect3D Graphics Developer3D Artist
Primary FocusCreating interactive 3D graphics, tools, and enginesDesigning and modeling 3D assets and visualizations
Skills & CertificationsProgramming, software development, graphics APIs (OpenGL, DirectX)Art, design, 3D modeling software (Maya, Blender)
Work EnvironmentGame studios, software companies, simulation firmsAnimation studios, game development, advertising
Common UsageDeveloping graphics engines, real-time renderingCreating visual assets, character modeling

While both roles involve 3D graphics, 3D Graphics Developers focus on programming and building graphics systems, whereas 3D Artists specialize in creating visual assets and models. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various 3D Graphics Developer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,634 per year, or $36.8 per hour.

Pipeline Engineer (Graphics/3D)

World Labs

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$164K - $203K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

We build foundational world models that can perceive, generate, reason, and interact with the 3D world - unlocking AI's full potential through spatial intelligence by transforming seeing into doing, perceiving into reasoning, and imagining into creating.
We believe spatial intelligence will unlock new forms of storytelling, creativity, design, simulation, and immersive experiences across both virtual and physical worlds.
We bring together a world-class team, united by a shared curiosity, passion, and deep backgrounds in technology - from AI research to systems engineering to product design - creating a tight feedback loop between our cutting-edge research and products that empower our users.
Role Overview
We are building a production-grade web application for 3D Gaussian Splat scene generation, editing, and publishing, and we're looking for a Pipeline Engineer to help integrate cutting-edge research features and make them reliable, debuggable, and delightful to use.
This is a high-ownership, fullstack-but-backend-heavy role that sits between R&D and frontend. You will work end-to-end across graphics/ML algorithms, backend services, and frontend UI - turning proof-of-concepts into shipped features that users can rely on. The ideal candidate enjoys making complex, messy systems work smoothly in production and improving them continuously based on both internal testing and external user feedback.
Key Responsibilities
  • Bridge research and product by working closely with both graphics/computer vision researchers and frontend engineers to ship usable features.
  • Turn standalone Python scripts into clean, production-ready systems with clear inputs, outputs, validations, and failure modes.
  • Develop backend services, APIs, and tooling that expose complex 3D workflows in a reliable and scalable way.
  • Assist in integrations across the 3D ecosystem, including asset import/export and format conversion with common DCC tools.
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • You have a strong pipeline mindset, with experience turning scripts into production systems with clear inputs, outputs, validations, and failure modes.
  • You enjoy building tools and infrastructure that enable others, and you take pride in making complex systems understandable and usable.
  • You have fluency in the 3D ecosystem, including familiarity with 3D algorithms, DCC tools and common 3D file formats, sufficient to design integrations and debug workflow issues.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Strong proficiency in Python, including packaging, typing, tooling, debugging, and performance profiling.
  • Strong literacy in core 3D graphics and computer vision concepts, such as transforms, cameras, coordinate systems, rendering, and visual artifact debugging.
  • Demonstrated experience taking prototypes to production, including refactoring, testing, CI/CD, versioned artifacts, and reproducibility.
  • Solid backend fundamentals, including HTTP APIs, FastAPI (or similar frameworks), async/concurrency basics, cloud deployment, and service reliability.
Strongly Preferred / Nice-to-Haves
  • Experience with photogrammetry, 3D reconstruction, or Gaussian splat rendering pipelines.
  • Hands-on experience with DCC tools such as Blender, Maya, Houdini, Unreal, or Unity.
  • Familiarity with the GPU stack (CUDA, PyTorch), batch/queue systems, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Frontend adjacency, with comfort collaborating on React-based parameter plumbing and UX for technical controls.
  • Experience with production pipelines at VFX, animation, or gaming studios.
  • A production support mindset, including willingness to iterate on documentation, tutorials, and error messages to improve usability and reduce misuse.
Example Projects You Might Work On
  • Packaging ML and 3D Python pipelines into GPU-backed FastAPI services with request validation, reproducible outputs, and well-defined request/response schemas.
  • Designing parameter schemas and defaults that map cleanly from frontend controls to backend APIs and internal pipeline configurations.
  • Integrating import/export workflows with popular DCC tools (e.g., Blender, Maya, Houdini, Unity, Unreal, USD), identifying workflow friction, and producing lightweight documentation, tutorials, and example code/scripts to help users succeed.
Who You Are:
  • Fearless Innovator: We need people who thrive on challenges and aren't afraid to tackle the impossible.
  • Resilient Builder: Impacting Large World Models isn't a sprint; it's a marathon with hurdles. We're looking for builders who can weather the storms of groundbreaking research and come out stronger.
  • Mission-Driven Mindset: Everything we do is in service of creating the best spatially intelligent AI systems, and using them to empower people.
  • Collaborative Spirit: We're building something bigger than any one person. We need team players who can harness the power of collective intelligence.

We're hiring the brightest minds from around the globe to bring diverse perspectives to our cutting-edge work. If you're ready to work on technology that will reshape how machines perceive and interact with the world - then World Labs is your launchpad.
Join us, and let's make history together.
Equal Opportunity & Pay Transparency
Equal Employment Opportunity
World Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We welcome all qualified applicants and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process upon request.
California Pay Transparency
In accordance with California law, we disclose the following:
Pay Range
$200-$325 base salary (good-faith estimate for San Francisco Bay Area upon hire; actual offer based on experience, skills, and qualifications)
Total Compensation
Base salary plus equity awards
Salary History
We do not request or consider prior compensation in making offers
Compliance: Cal. Lab. Code §432.3 (pay scale disclosure & salary history ban); Cal. Lab. Code §1197.5 (Equal Pay Act); Cal. Gov. Code §12940 (FEHA); 42 U.S.C. §2000e (Title VII); 29 U.S.C. §621 (ADEA); 42 U.S.C. §12101 (ADA)

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