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Senior iOS Graphics Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$160K - $250K/yr

We're looking for a Senior Engineer to join our Graphics Technology group. What You'll Do * Solve ... Our schedules are flexible, our hybrid policy supports remote work when it makes sense, and we have ...

... remote graphics engine. This is a "back of the front-end" role, where your efforts will be ... We're looking for a seasoned Engineer with substantial experience building highly performant ...

We are headquartered in Los Angeles, CA with both a local and remote team. We were founded and ... In this role, you'll work as part of a small team of Graphics Engineers to design, prototype and ...

Senior Tools Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$112K - $154K/yr

... remote team to build next generation MMOs and Multiplayer Games. They currently need a programmer passionate about terrain and graphical tools. What are the responsibilities? * Develop and maintain ...

... remote graphics engine. This is a "back of the front-end" role, where your efforts will be ... We're looking for a seasoned Engineer with substantial experience building highly performant ...

This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before ... graphics problems. At Applied Intuition, we encourage engineers to take ownership of technical and ...

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Remote Graphics Engineer information

What does a remote graphics engineer do?

A Remote Graphics Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing graphics systems, applications, or engines from a remote location. They work on rendering pipelines, shaders, and visual effects for games, simulations, or other visual software. This role often requires collaboration with artists, designers, and other engineers to achieve high-quality visual results while ensuring performance and efficiency. Remote Graphics Engineers commonly use programming languages like C++ and graphics APIs such as DirectX, Vulkan, or OpenGL.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote graphics engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Graphics Engineer, you need a strong background in computer graphics, programming (such as C++ or Python), and a relevant degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with graphics APIs (like DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan), shader languages, and experience with version control systems are typically required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and self-management skills help you collaborate effectively and work independently in a remote environment. These skills ensure you can develop high-performance graphics solutions while efficiently contributing to distributed teams.

How does a remote graphics engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams given the remote work setup?

As a Remote Graphics Engineer, collaboration with designers, developers, and product managers is often facilitated through digital communication tools such as Slack, Jira, and video conferencing platforms. Regular virtual meetings and code reviews are standard practices to ensure alignment on project goals and technical requirements. Despite working remotely, engineers are expected to proactively share progress, address challenges, and give feedback on graphical features. This collaborative, yet flexible environment allows for both independent problem-solving and teamwork across time zones.

What are the most commonly searched types of Graphics Engineer jobs in California?

The most popular types of Graphics Engineer jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Remote Graphics Engineer jobs?

Cities in California with the most Remote Graphics Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Graphics Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Senior iOS Graphics Engineer

Notability

San Francisco, CA • On-site, Remote

$160K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Join Notability and shape the future of learning. We're building the next generation of tools designed not just to capture notes, but to fundamentally improve how people learn, think, and collaborate. Our app brings the natural expressiveness of paper into the digital age, empowering millions of students, educators, and professionals worldwide to organize their ideas, deepen their understanding, and achieve their goals. Our mission is simple: we help you learn.


As part of our team, you'll help create experiences driven by empathy, exceptional design, and the belief that great ideas can come from anywhere—including you. Come help us make learning better for everyone.

We're looking for a Senior Engineer to join our Graphics Technology group.

What You'll Do
  • Solve difficult problems that feature soft real-time performance targets
  • Work on a canvas with rich content including ink, images, pdfs, text, animation, and more
  • Design, code, test, debug, and modernize graphics systems that meet our high quality bar
  • Collaborate with non-graphics engineers to leverage each platform's strengths
  • Collaborate with design & product teams to dream big
  • Leverage the GPU for maximum performance
  • Identify and avoid risks with new approaches
  • Participate in code reviews and provide guidance and mentorship on software development best practices
  • Communicate progress and risks to the team
  • Read and understand research papers to implement new functionality
  • Build a product that our customers genuinely love!
What You Need
  • 6+ years of experience with graphics programming
  • Experience with iOS graphics programming including Core Graphics or MetalKit
  • Experience using the GPU to solve problems in 2D graphics
  • Experience with resolution-independent graphics primitives and related mathematical concepts
  • Strong computer science fundamentals and problem solving skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
  • Passionate about solutions while humble in the face of opposing ideas
  • Desire to embrace the way engineering is changing (more immutable data, functional patterns, etc) while also being intensely pragmatic
  • Experience with Bezier curves, CRDTs is a plus

For this position we are targeting a base pay between $160k-$250k. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This role follows a hybrid model, with a minimum of two days onsite at our downtown San Francisco office and flexibility to work remotely from home the rest of the week.

How We Work

Each member of our team contributes to all parts of our products. We trust each other to make decisions independently while also considering our common goals and values. We share ideas openly, and we collaborate across disciplines to ensure that our decisions make sense from all perspectives.

When We Work

We actively promote work-life balance. Our schedules are flexible, our hybrid policy supports remote work when it makes sense, and we have a "as long as you get your work done" approach to time off.

Why You'd Love Working Here

We work in downtown SF near Market Street, just a short walk from two BART/Muni stations. Our office has height-adjustable desks to help us stay limber, spacious conference rooms for both small and large team meetings, and a well-stocked kitchen full of goodies to enjoy :). Our team is growing, collaborative and down to earth. We want everyone to do their best work and find passion in what they do.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation that includes base salary, bonuses and profit sharing
  • Equity Awards in the form of Stock Options
  • Comprehensive healthcare fully covered for you and your family including medical, dental, and vision
  • Flexible work and vacation schedules
  • 401k with matching contributions
  • Matching gifts to nonprofits
  • Lunch Stipend (When Working from HQ)
  • Public transit stipend
  • Home workstation reimbursement
  • ISP stipend
  • Monthly phone bill stipend

Notability is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.