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Lancesoft

Engineer, Senior|12519

San Diego, CA · On-site

$110K - $152K/yr

If the candidate does not have these required skills, they will be rejected completely) 1. Vulkan Graphics Programming - Strong experience with Vulkan render pipelines, compute shaders ...

Nvidia

Software Engineer, Linux Graphics

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$164K - $203K/yr

This position involves architecture and development of new features to support Wayland, Vulkan and OpenGL software for our GPUs, as well as enhancements and maintenance of existing features ...

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Sr/Staff Graphics Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$164K - $202K/yr

... Vulkan and OpenGL ES rendering pipelines to achieve smooth, high-framerate output. • Collaborate closely with the Design team and Head of HMI to implement and iterate on UI/UX designs, ensuring ...

AGBO

Rendering Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$136K - $168K/yr

... Vulkan, Metal), and platform-specific rendering features, advocating for their adoption where they serve project goals • Perform all other duties as assigned Qualifications : Required : • 5-8 ...

PlayStation Global

Software Engineer II

San Mateo, CA · On-site

Experience withGPU and graphics programming, including HLSL, Vulkan, or CUDA. * Proven ability in debugging and profiling complex systems. * Proficient with these systems/tools: IDE's, Source Control ...

Bolt Graphics

GPU Standards Developer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$175K - $250K/yr

Deep understanding of modern GPU APIs such as Vulkan, Metal, DirectX, CUDA, and SYCL * Extensive experience developing GPU graphics and compute applications and writing graphics and compute shaders

Bolt Graphics

GPU Standards Development Lead

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$175K - $250K/yr

Lead the development of a high-performance host-side driver stack layering industry standard graphics and compute APIs such as Vulkan, OpenGL, OpenCL, & SYCL on top of our proprietary API for our ...

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Sr/Staff Graphics Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$150K - $275K/yr

Implement and optimize Vulkan and OpenGL ES rendering pipelines to achieve smooth, high-framerate output. * Collaborate closely with the Design team and Head of HMI to implement and iterate on UI/UX ...

Spectral MD Inc

Software Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

OpenGL, Direct3D, Vulkan or Metal * Experience integrating OpenGL/Vulkan with C# via OpenTK, Silk.NET, SharpGL, or custom interop * Understanding of: OpenGL context creation and lifecycle and WGL ...

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Sr/Staff Graphics Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$150K - $275K/yr

Implement and optimize Vulkan and OpenGL ES rendering pipelines to achieve smooth, high-framerate output. * Collaborate closely with the Design team and Head of HMI to implement and iterate on UI/UX ...

Belcan

Avionics Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$100K - $185K/yr

... or Vulkan Safety Critical (SC). · Optimize 2D/3D graphics algorithms to ensure deterministic performance and avoid runtime stalls. · Perform software integration tests, unit tests, and other ...

PlayStation Global

Sr Software Engineer

San Mateo, CA

$139K - $183K/yr

Experience with GPU programming (HLSL, Vulkan, CUDA) with proven skills in profiling, debugging, and optimizations across CPU and GPU. * AI/ML modeling and training experience * Embedded system ...

Vulkan

Office Assistant

Winter Haven, FL · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Pay Range $20 to $22 (DOE) Job Summary: The Office assistant provides administrative and clerical support to ensure efficient day-to-day office operations. This position is responsible for managing ...

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How much do vulkan jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for vulkan in the United States is $141,941.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Vulkan position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Vulkan role, you need a strong background in computer graphics programming, C/C++ development, and a deep understanding of 3D rendering pipelines, typically with a degree in computer science or engineering. Experience with the Vulkan graphics API, shader programming (GLSL or SPIR-V), and knowledge of GPU architectures are also important, with certifications in graphics programming considered a plus. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams are essential soft skills. These competencies ensure the efficient development of high-performance graphics applications and smooth collaboration within technical project teams.

What types of projects do professionals working with Vulkan typically work on?

Professionals skilled in Vulkan often contribute to a variety of projects, such as real-time 3D engines, gaming applications, simulation software, and high-performance visualization tools. They collaborate closely with game designers, graphics artists, and other developers to implement cutting-edge visual effects and optimize rendering efficiency. The role may also involve troubleshooting complex graphical issues and keeping up with advances in GPU technology. These projects are generally fast-paced and require a balance of technical expertise and creative problem-solving, making the work both challenging and rewarding with strong opportunities for growth.

What is a Vulkan?

A Vulkan job typically refers to a position involving the Vulkan graphics and compute API, which is used for high-performance 3D rendering and GPU computation. Professionals in this field often work as graphics programmers, game developers, or software engineers specializing in GPU optimization. They develop or optimize graphics applications, such as video games, simulations, and professional visualization tools, using Vulkan. Knowledge of C++, GPU architectures, and shader programming is usually required.

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Infographic showing various Vulkan job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 93% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $141,941 per year, or $68.2 per hour.

Engineer, Senior|12519

Lancesoft

San Diego, CA • On-site

$110K - $152K/yr

Temporary

Posted 28 days ago

Job description


Top 5 Required Skills (These are not preferred skills. If the candidate does not have these required skills, they will be rejected completely)
1. Vulkan Graphics Programming
- Strong experience with Vulkan render pipelines, compute shaders, synchronization, descriptor sets, memory
barriers, and GPU-driven rendering.
2. Modern C++ Performance Engineering
- Expert-level C++ for real-time systems, memory management, multithreading, SIMD-friendly data layouts, and low-
latency rendering code.
3. Mobile GPU Optimization
- Deep understanding of mobile GPU architectures, especially tile-based rendering, bandwidth limits, cache
behavior, thermal constraints, and power/performance tradeoffs.
4. GPU Compute and Shader Optimization
- Ability to optimize GLSL/SPIR-V compute and graphics shaders, including sorting, culling, binning, blending,
prefix sums, compaction, and parallel data processing.
5. Graphics Performance Profiling and Debugging
- Experience identifying GPU bottlenecks using profiling tools, analyzing frame timing, shader occupancy, memory
bandwidth, overdraw, synchronization stalls, and CPU/GPU overlap.
Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Game Rendering, or related work experience.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Applies Graphics knowledge and experience to architect, design, implement, and verify the structure and performance of GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools.
• Writes code for features, drivers, and APIs using different languages (e.G., C, C++, perl, python) and ensures code will perform effectively on different platforms.
• Maintains comprehensive pre- and post-silicon tests using tools and methods in different environments (e.G., simulation, emulation, on-device) to verify performance and identify issues.
• Identifies deficiencies in designs and works with team members to develop solutions to improve designs.
• Collaborates with teams and external stakeholders to expose new features and functionality that align with needs and goals for implementation and customization.
• Writes detailed design documentation and feature descriptions for projects to guide developers and/or customers to use or implement software.
Level of Responsibility:
• Works under supervision.
• Decision-making may affect work beyond immediate work group.
• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc.
• Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions.
• Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders;some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.
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Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we're 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

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Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2000

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