Senior Graphics Engineer - Low Level - GPU (Android) - 12 Month Contract

Position Summary

Samsung, a global leader in high-end mobile devices, is seeking innovative engineers to join the Graphics Research Team in Staines-upon-Thames. This role focuses on delivering cutting-edge real-time 3D graphics experiences for gamers and demanding customers, ensuring Samsung remains at the forefront of performance and quality.

The successful candidate will contribute to high-performance graphics solutions, optimize GPU drivers, integrate solutions with new hardware platforms, and collaborate with third-party developers to ensure the best 3D graphics experience on the market.

Role And Responsibilities

• Develop GPU driver innovations to optimize real-time rendering pipelines and deliver class-leading performance.
• Implement standard features and extensions for APIs like OpenGL ES and Vulkan.
• Analyze graphics workloads, identify bottlenecks, and optimize GPU drivers and API usage.
• Develop optimal middleware libraries based on graphics and compute APIs.
• Bring up and evaluate new devices, working with other teams to define and implement GPU requirements and integrate them into the operating system.
• Take technical responsibility for significant sections of assigned projects.
• Translate complex functional and technical requirements into detailed design.
  
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

Required Skills

• Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Natural Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent industrial experience).
• Proven track record in real-time embedded software development, preferably for mobile devices, with a strong understanding of modern development environments.
• Expertise in computer graphics, including design and implementation of OpenGL, OpenGL ES, Vulkan, or DirectX APIs.
• Understanding of computer graphics pipelines and modern mobile GPU architectures.
• Expert proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.
• System-level performance analysis and strong OS fundamentals (memory management, multithreading/synchronization, user/kernel mode interaction).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a results-oriented attitude.
• Proficiency in problem-solving and debugging.
  
  
  

Desirable Skills

• Experience working on the Android Graphics Stack (Compositor, HWUI, HAL).
• Experience with ARM 64-bit architecture.
• Experience developing system software for Android OS.
• Familiarity with CPU and GPU hardware architectures.
• Java and/or Python development experience.
• Understanding of neural networks and their applications in graphics (Neural Graphics Processing).
  
  
  

Contract Type: 12 Month outsourced contract inside IR35, working on an hourly rate via one of our preferred recruitment agencies

Location: Samsung R&D Centre in Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey, UK

Hybrid Policy: 3 Days working onsite and 2 days working from home weekly

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