GPU Software Engineer – 12 month PAYE

Company: European Tech Recruit
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Location: Cambridge
Job Description:

Introduction

We are a globally recognised technology company with deep roots in Cambridge’s thriving tech ecosystem. Our GPU Architecture team is expanding, and we’re looking for a talented GPU Software Engineer to help shape the next generation of 3D graphics APIs.

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of software and silicon — investigating and designing features for APIs like Vulkan and DirectX, and understanding how they apply to current and future GPU hardware.

Location

Cambridge, UK (fully on-site)

Duration

12 months (with strong potential to extend)

Responsibilities

  • Designing and developing new features for 3D Graphics APIs
  • Investigating and evaluating improvements to existing APIs, including hardware implications
  • Drafting new API extensions and writing technical specifications
  • Prototyping interface changes and proposing GPU architecture enhancements
  • Conducting performance analysis of proposed changes
  • Demonstrating the advantages of new APIs through real-world scenarios
  • Collaborating closely with software and hardware architects and driver development teams — bridging the gap between API design and silicon

Qualifications

  • BSc, MSc, or PhD in a relevant discipline
  • 4+ years of experience in GPU software architecture or driver development
  • Hands‑on experience with one or more of: Vulkan, OpenGL ES, Metal, DirectX 11/12
  • Strong understanding of GPU architectures and the workloads they run

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of rasterization, ray‑tracing, and mesh shading pipelines
  • Familiarity with neural rendering techniques
  • Creative, self‑motivated, and a collaborative team player

Additional Information

If you have a strong background in GPU software architecture and a passion for pushing the boundaries of graphics technology, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV or reach out directly to discuss.

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Posted: May 18th, 2026