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Game Tools & Modding Engineer

Game Tools & Modding Engineer Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote We are looking for a Game ... Implement graphics features using DirectX (DX11/DX12), Vulkan, OpenGL, Metal, or equivalent ...

Merican

OpenXR App Developer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$48 - $50/hr

OpenXR App Developer Location: Redmond, WA Duration: 12 months Pay Rate: $48/hr. - $50/hr. Job Type ... Custom/native OpenXR rendering with Vulkan/OpenGL/DirectX * Understanding of rendering/perf ...

Qualcomm

GPU Systems Driver Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > GPU ASICS Engineering General Summary: GPU System Driver ... As a member of team, you will develop Vulkan/D3D12 driver for prototyping, exploration, and ...

American Vulkan

Office Assistant

Winter Haven, FL · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

43-9061 Office Assistant Hot Job American Vulkan Corporation - WINTER HAVEN, FL Overview Position ... engineering, and parts with administrative projects, reporting, document management, and ...

Apex Informatics

Software Engineer: Graphics - IV

$143K - $177K/yr

... Excellent programming skills (C++17) • Solid understanding of git, CMake and CI/CD driven ... Vulkan RT, DXR) • Knowledge of modern real-time rendering game engines and rendering techniques ...

BC Forward

Software Engineer V (Graphics)

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$57 - $60/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in modern Vulkan-based rendering, real-time ... Strong programming skills in C++. Substantial, hands-on experience with modern Vulkan development.

Stardock

Senior Graphics Engineer

Plymouth, MI · On-site

... Vulkan. We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Graphics Engineer to work on our next ... generation game engine for both announced and unannounced titles to build up our team of dedicated ...

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How much do vulkan developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for vulkan developer in the United States is $111,845.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Vulkan Developer vs OpenGL Developer?

AspectVulkan DeveloperOpenGL Developer
Required CredentialsProficiency in Vulkan API, programming skills in C/C++, graphics programming experienceKnowledge of OpenGL API, similar programming skills, graphics programming experience
Work EnvironmentDeveloping high-performance graphics and compute applications, often in gaming or simulation industriesCreating cross-platform graphics applications, often in gaming, CAD, or visualization sectors
Industry UsageUsed in modern, high-efficiency graphics engines, VR, and real-time renderingWidely used in legacy systems, cross-platform applications, and educational contexts

Vulkan Developers focus on high-performance, low-level graphics programming using the Vulkan API, suitable for modern, resource-intensive applications. OpenGL Developers work with a more established, higher-level API, often for cross-platform compatibility and legacy support. Both roles require strong graphics programming skills but differ in API complexity and application focus.

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Infographic showing various Vulkan Developer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,845 per year, or $53.8 per hour.

Embedded Linux Developer

Futran Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
Mandatory Skills:
Engineer with 6+ Yrs of experience in embedded Linux driver/kernel development.
Strong C development skills.
Experience with any one of the driver development domain
Graphics driver - DRM/KMS, OpenGL, Vulkan, OpenCL, Mesa.
Multi Media-Video driver - Vaapi, vdpau, gstreamer, v4l2.
Power management - System to RAM, S0ix3.
Display Driver development - X, Wayland, Weston, Display driver
Experience with Audio sub-system, Audio drivers's, frameworks and ALSA SOC(ASOC), Audio protocols like I2S/TDM.
Proficient in Yocto development.
Virtualization - Xen, KVM, QNX hypervisor knowledge.
Ethernet Driver - Network driver development.
Good working experience with IPC, DMA driver development.
Experience with kernel mode driver programming in Linux
Linux Device driver programming experience in Linux Kernel and Drivers.
Experience dealing with Linux community and Open Source contribution a plus
System knowledge, System Debugging
Keywords: Linux Kernel Driver, device driver, Linux Graphics Driver, DRM/KMS, Video driver, Vaapi, V4L2, Audio DSP, I2S/TDM, Ethernet Driver, Virtualization, Vulkan, Mesa, OpenCL, OpenGL, RTOS

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