Knowledge of rendering and GPU pipelines such as OpenGL ES, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX. * Ability to ... In Developer Relations, we get excited to collaborate and connect with the communities that love ...
Knowledge of rendering and GPU pipelines such as OpenGL ES, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX. * Ability to ... In Developer Relations, we get excited to collaborate and connect with the communities that love ...
Scientific Software Developer Paid Co-op/Internship
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$18.75 - $24.50/hr
... Vulkan * User interface development with Qt, Java Swing, Typescript, React, MaterialUI ... It should be long enough to demonstrate your programming and software engineering skills. About ...
Scientific Software Developer Paid Co-op/Internship
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$18.75 - $24.50/hr
... Vulkan * User interface development with Qt, Java Swing, Typescript, React, MaterialUI ... It should be long enough to demonstrate your programming and software engineering skills. About ...
Software Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
OpenGL, Direct3D, Vulkan or Metal * Experience integrating OpenGL/Vulkan with C# via OpenTK, Silk ... Experience with multi-threaded programming and async execution models * Experience with 3D point ...
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Software Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
OpenGL, Direct3D, Vulkan or Metal * Experience integrating OpenGL/Vulkan with C# via OpenTK, Silk ... Experience with multi-threaded programming and async execution models * Experience with 3D point ...
Experience in developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan applications * You should have strong ... If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear ...
Experience in developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan applications * You should have strong ... If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear ...
Experience in developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan applications * You should have strong ... If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear ...
Experience in developing CUDA, DirectX, OpenGL/Vulkan applications * You should have strong ... If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear ...
Job Title: GPU Software Engineer Location: Austin, TX Duration: Long Term Contract Roles and ... Experience with either DirectX/Vulkan/OpenGL/Metal
Job Title: GPU Software Engineer Location: Austin, TX Duration: Long Term Contract Roles and ... Experience with either DirectX/Vulkan/OpenGL/Metal
Experience with graphics programing (OpenGL, DirectX, Vulkan, etc.) * Experience with FPGA development
Experience with graphics programing (OpenGL, DirectX, Vulkan, etc.) * Experience with FPGA development
... Vulkan rendering APIsExperience building developer-facing or content creator toolsStrong cross-functional collaboration skills - ability to work across engineering, design, and production teams ...
... Vulkan rendering APIsExperience building developer-facing or content creator toolsStrong cross-functional collaboration skills - ability to work across engineering, design, and production teams ...
Software Engineer III
Burlingame, CA · Remote
$70 - $75/hr
OpenXR conformance has interactive parts run by QA engineers, and non-interactive parts that are ... Some experience in developing graphical OpenGL and/or Vulkan applications for VR environments using ...
Software Engineer III
Burlingame, CA · Remote
$70 - $75/hr
OpenXR conformance has interactive parts run by QA engineers, and non-interactive parts that are ... Some experience in developing graphical OpenGL and/or Vulkan applications for VR environments using ...
Senior Tools Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$112.60K - $154.60K/yr
Deep knowledge of graphics programming, including shaders and graphics APIs (DirectX, OpenGL, Vulkan). * Solid mathematical skills, particularly in linear algebra and geometry. * Experience with ...
Senior Tools Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$112.60K - $154.60K/yr
Deep knowledge of graphics programming, including shaders and graphics APIs (DirectX, OpenGL, Vulkan). * Solid mathematical skills, particularly in linear algebra and geometry. * Experience with ...
Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Systems
Chandler, AZ · On-site
$120.50K - $158K/yr
... Vulkan APIs on multi-threaded platforms. Essential Functions * Serves in a leadership capacity as ... May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development project designs and/or ...
Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Systems
Chandler, AZ · On-site
$120.50K - $158K/yr
... Vulkan APIs on multi-threaded platforms. Essential Functions * Serves in a leadership capacity as ... May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development project designs and/or ...
Software Engineer
$93K - $124K/yr
Demonstrated expertise in programming languages and software frameworks, including C/C++, DX, OGL/Vulkan * Understanding of Cloud architecture and knowledge of virtualization would be a plus * Good ...
Software Engineer
$93K - $124K/yr
Demonstrated expertise in programming languages and software frameworks, including C/C++, DX, OGL/Vulkan * Understanding of Cloud architecture and knowledge of virtualization would be a plus * Good ...
Required : • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical ... Preferred : • Deep background in Vulkan or OpenGL driver internals, including SPIR-V or shader ...
Required : • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical ... Preferred : • Deep background in Vulkan or OpenGL driver internals, including SPIR-V or shader ...
Game Engine Developer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$120K - $130K/yr
Graphics programming experience (shaders, OpenGL, Vulkan). * Experience with additional game engines (Unity, Godot, or similar). * Familiarity with MCP or agentic AI developer tool workflows.
Game Engine Developer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$120K - $130K/yr
Graphics programming experience (shaders, OpenGL, Vulkan). * Experience with additional game engines (Unity, Godot, or similar). * Familiarity with MCP or agentic AI developer tool workflows.
Developer Technology Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1
$201.58K - $284.58K/yr
Job Details: As an experienced Developer Technology Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ... Vulkan, GLSL, nSight, Windows architecture, x86 architecture • Understanding of the game ...
Developer Technology Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1
$201.58K - $284.58K/yr
Job Details: As an experienced Developer Technology Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ... Vulkan, GLSL, nSight, Windows architecture, x86 architecture • Understanding of the game ...
GPU Software Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Duration: 6+ months contract (Long Term) Roles and ... Experience with either DirectX/Vulkan/OpenGL/Metal
GPU Software Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Duration: 6+ months contract (Long Term) Roles and ... Experience with either DirectX/Vulkan/OpenGL/Metal
Knowledge of GPU pipeline such as OpenGL ES, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX. * Ability to influence and ... In Developer Relations, we get excited to collaborate and connect with the communities that love ...
Knowledge of GPU pipeline such as OpenGL ES, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX. * Ability to influence and ... In Developer Relations, we get excited to collaborate and connect with the communities that love ...
Senior C/C++ Linux Engineer Location: Philadelphia, PA,19102 Complete Description: seeking a highly ... or Vulkan (preferred) • Ability to develop custom Wayland protocols and implement IPC ...
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Senior C/C++ Linux Engineer Location: Philadelphia, PA,19102 Complete Description: seeking a highly ... or Vulkan (preferred) • Ability to develop custom Wayland protocols and implement IPC ...
Programming experience with Graphics APIs such as OpenGL ES/Vulkan/DX11/DX12 * Exposure to Embedded systems and Real-time operating systems * Experience working with ARM architecture * Familiarity ...
Programming experience with Graphics APIs such as OpenGL ES/Vulkan/DX11/DX12 * Exposure to Embedded systems and Real-time operating systems * Experience working with ARM architecture * Familiarity ...
The core rendering pipeline, culling and dispatching systems, graphics APIs backends (Vulkan, Metal ... Partner with your team and other engineering leaders to define and execute the vision for the core ...
The core rendering pipeline, culling and dispatching systems, graphics APIs backends (Vulkan, Metal ... Partner with your team and other engineering leaders to define and execute the vision for the core ...
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| Aspect | Vulkan Developer | OpenGL Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Proficiency in Vulkan API, programming skills in C/C++, graphics programming experience | Knowledge of OpenGL API, similar programming skills, graphics programming experience |
| Work Environment | Developing high-performance graphics and compute applications, often in gaming or simulation industries | Creating cross-platform graphics applications, often in gaming, CAD, or visualization sectors |
| Industry Usage | Used in modern, high-efficiency graphics engines, VR, and real-time rendering | Widely 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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Job description
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of work experience in a technical role (e.g., software engineering, solutions consultant, etc.) or equivalent technical experience.
- 2 years of experience in game development based on unity, unreal, or C/C /C# custom game engines.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience scripting and tooling in Android development environments such as Renderdoc, Perfetto, Frame Pacing API, SurfaceFlinger, GFX Reconstruct and Android GPU Inspector.
- Knowledge of rendering and GPU pipelines such as OpenGL ES, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX.
- Ability to be comfortable to advocate with both internal teams and external partners.
- Ability to take ownership of solutions and exert influence without authority.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize data into useful formats and bring actionable insights through effective communication.
About the job
Passionate people are everywhere at Google. In Developer Relations, we get excited to collaborate and connect with the communities that love technology as much as we do. Part community manager and part developer advocate, Developer Relations Engineers collaborate with developers at conferences and online, and advocate for developers interests internally at Google. Not afraid to be hands-on, you write sample code and client libraries as well as participate in developer forums and support queues to troubleshoot and debug coding problems developers encounter. Internally, you work with product engineering teams to improve our products by conveying feedback from developers, reviewing API designs and testing new features. Chrome, Android, App Engine, HTML5 as well as our core Google Apps and Ads APIs are just some of the platforms you promote and support.
With your technical expertise, you drive strategy around fostering a community of developers who work with Google technologies. An ardent advocate for these developers, you represent their voice internally to our Product Managers and serve as their Google support in application development and technology implementation.
Android is Google's mobile operating system powering more than 3 billion devices worldwide. Android is about bringing computing to everyone in the world. We believe computing is a super power for good, enabling access to information, economic opportunity, productivity, connectivity between friends and family and more. We think everyone in the world should have access to the best computing has to offer. We provide the platform for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and developers to build compelling computing devices (smartphones, tablets, TVs, wearables, etc) that run the best apps/services for everyone in the world.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $163,000-$237,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .
Responsibilities
- Work with game developers and game engines in the Americas region to support exciting new product integrations on Android devices.
- Optimize AA/AAA game titles, resolve engineering problems with Google technologies and scale the knowledge to improve the overall gaming ecosystem.
- Advocate for game developers internally and influence Google developer product strategy by working with Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Business Development, Public Relations, and other cross-functional teams.
- Drive regular, engineering-focused workshops and meetings with developers to optimize the gaming experience and resolve complex technical problems at a scale of millions of users.
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