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Edjuster

Graphics Programmer - 3D

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

... CLEO engineering team, your role will be to help us create fast, efficient and stunning 3D ... Qualifications Demonstrable experience writing high-end graphics code 5+ years of experience using ...

Saronic Technologies

Graphics Programmer

Austin, TX · On-site

Develop and optimize 3D graphics systems for web applications using ThreeJS * Implement advanced ... Collaborate with designers and other developers to turn visual concepts into technical ...

Zoo

CAD Graphics Engine Software Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$150.90K - $186.40K/yr

About The Role We're looking for a Graphics Engine Software Engineer to join our growing team to ... This is a great opportunity to apply your expertise in 3D graphics to help us disrupt the hardware ...

Symbotic

3D Graphics Advanced Software Engineer

Wilmington, MA · Hybrid

$153.10K - $189.10K/yr

What we need We are seeking a MidLevel 3D Graphics Software Engineer to play a key role in developing the visualization and simulation systems that model, analyze, and validate our autonomous ...

Symbotic

3D Graphics Advanced Software Engineer

Wilmington, MA · On-site

$153.10K - $189.10K/yr

What we need We are seeking a Mid-Level 3D Graphics Software Engineer to play a key role in developing the visualization and simulation systems that model, analyze, and validate our autonomous ...

Nvidia

Manager, Graphics Tools Engineering

Santa Clara, CA

$164.40K - $203.20K/yr

Are you passionate about 3D graphics, GPUs, and low-level, close to the hardware programming? Have you ever dreamed of helping bring video games to life? Do you want to work with a fast, agile, and ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance 3d graphics programmer in the United States is $135,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,000.00 and $145,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFreelance 3D Graphics Programmer3D Artist
Required SkillsProgramming, shader development, rendering techniquesModeling, texturing, visual design
Work EnvironmentProject-based, remote or on-site, technical focusStudio or freelance, creative focus
Industry UsageGame development, simulations, visual effectsGames, movies, advertising
Common Search IntentTechnical roles, programming tasksArt creation, design

The main difference is that Freelance 3D Graphics Programmers focus on coding and technical development of 3D visuals, while 3D Artists concentrate on creating visual assets and artistic design. Both roles are essential in the 3D industry but serve different functions and skill sets.

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Graphics Programmer - 3D

Edjuster

Manhattan, NY • On-site, Remote

Full-time

PTO

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Job description

Overview As part of the CLEO engineering team, your role will be to help us create fast, efficient and stunning 3D collaborative software on handheld and desktop devices. You will be working on the latest and greatest CPU and GPU technologies to ensure that amazing performance and quality are extracted from each device and that everything you do aligns with our UX ambitions to create a first 3D app that can be used by anyone. With CLEO, our goal is to approach 3D content creation from the first principle: we want to understand what are the main UX barriers that make 3D approachable in games but not in 3D software, and from there, develop the technologies needed to distil 3D down to its simplest form.

Responsibilities Closely work with our rendering team on innovative projects such as raytracing, geometry and texturing optimization device-specific rendering optimizations. Design, prototype and ship features that solve key 3D rendering challenges. R&D various aspects of our rendering technology, from performance to quality and immersion.

Explore the codebase in search of key areas to remove, optimize or create. Get the most out of Apple's Metal API on IpadOS and macOS. Create platform-independent APIs that help us ship CLEO on as many devices as possible.

Qualifications Demonstrable experience writing high-end graphics code 5+ years of experience using C++ for graphics Experience working with Apple's Metal API Experience with writing raytracers and other graphics programming projects Experience working with Vulkan, DirectX and OpenGL Extensive shader programming knowledge Benefits Permanent remote work, with an optional office in Budapest, Hungary PTO/Leave entitlements modelled after Sweden's Stock options No overtime policy (+paid when it happens) Expected salary $ 100 000 to $ 180 000 per year How to Apply If this sounds interesting to you, we'd love to have a chat! Please apply by submitting your application tohiring@polygonflow.io NOTE: Applications without a portfolio/Github/demo/sample might be ignored. Let your work do the talking!

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