GPU Software Engineer — Contract Opportunity | Cambridge, UK
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.
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)
Contract Type: PAYE | Inside IR35
Duration: 12 months (with strong potential to extend)
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WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
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▸ 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
You'll collaborate closely with software and hardware architects and driver development teams — bridging the gap between API design and silicon.
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✅ WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
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Essential:
• 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
• C/C++ programming experience
• Creative, self-motivated, and a collaborative team player
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CONTRACT DETAILS
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▸ On-site role — Cambridge, UK
▸ PAYE engagement, inside IR35
▸ 12-month initial term with extension available
▸ Confidential employer
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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