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As a Vulkan Performance driver engineer, you will have a hand in everything from the game engine down to bare metal!
As a Vulkan Performance driver engineer, you will have a hand in everything from the game engine down to bare metal! You will be part of a team whose mission it is to achieve the best possible performance, power-efficiency, and latency for the latest games and creative applications. You'll work with some of the brightest minds in the field of computer graphics and high-performance processor design.
Diagnosing GPU and CPU performance bottlenecks in Vulkan and Proton titles.
Identifying changes to API usage to improve performance and communicating via appropriate channels with third-party developers.
Implementing driver performance improvements and resolving driver defects.
Collaborating with engineers on the team and across NVIDIA.
Developing a driver that leads the industry in quality and performance.
Hold a B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or similar field or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience (or equivalent) in graphics software, system programming, or related field.
An understanding of graphics fundamentals, experience with operating systems and a solid understanding of computer architecture is required
Comfortable with Vulkan, OpenGL or DirectX
Strong programming skills in C and C++, familiarity with assembly code
Strong interest and background in 3D graphics
Working experience inside operating system kernels and device drivers
Ability to think creatively to debug and solve complex, hard to reproduce problems
A strong standout colleague; self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills
Ability and flexibility to work and communicate effectively in a multinational, multi-time zone corporate environment
With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our elite engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 31, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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