Position Summary Samsung, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, is founded on a simple philosophy - the endless pursuit of excellence will create a better world for all. At Samsung Austin Research and Development Center (SARC) and Advanced Computing Lab (ACL), we are building a center of excellence for Intellectual Property (IP) that is applied to high-performance computing devices (mobile, automotive, and other custom market segments) consumed by millions of people around the world. Come build with us! Role and Responsibilities The GPU Software team is looking for experienced Graphics Engineers with expertise in Vulkan and Ray Tracing to design, develop, and optimize graphics rendering engines for our next-generation products. As a key member of our graphics team, you will be responsible for developing high-performance, power-efficient, and scalable graphics solutions that meet the demands of emerging applications, including gaming, virtual reality, and augmented reality. You will join a team that builds a framework using Vulkan for internal tooling and advanced graphics exploration. You will leverage your knowledge and passion for graphics, rendering, performance, and video games to contribute to the development of new GPU software features. Your responsibilities will include developing and optimizing Vulkan-based graphics rendering engines, integrating Vulkan drivers with our SoC and GPU architectures, and designing and implementing real-time ray tracing algorithms and techniques. Key responsibilities include: * You will possess a strong knowledge of Vulkan, OpenGL, and/or DirectX. * You will design and develop real-time ray tracing algorithms and techniques for our graphics rendering engines. * You are skilled at software development in C/C++/Python. You will apply advanced knowledge of Linux, and Android Operating systems for coding environment and target device development. * You are passionate about proactively collaborating with hardware and software teams on high-impact, large-scale projects and initiatives. * You enjoy applying best practices using git, gerrit (code reviews), continuous integration. * You take ownership in delivering high quality outcomes, including managing debugging driver failures and performance issues using code and graphics debugging tools. * You are organized and adept at providing high-level documentation and communications using common project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, Wiki, Chat, Email). * You are a lifelong learner who enjoy researching new API changes and trends in graphics for future GPU enhancements. * You bring fresh ideas to challenge past practices, approaches, and old ways of thinking to unlock new opportunities for product improvement or development flow. Skills and Qualifications * 5+ years of graphics software engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/relevant technical field, or 3+ years of experience with a Master's degree, or 2+ years of experience with a PhD * 5+ years of experience with programing skills (C, C++, Python) * 5+ years of object-oriented and component-based design experience * Effective problem solving and communications skills * Experience with working directly with graphics APIs, graphics drivers or Game Engine subsystems for graphics (e.g., Vulkan, OpenGL, OpenCL, Metal, Direct X, ANGLE) * Experience writing GLSL, HLSL shaders * Strong understanding of graphics hardware * Deep knowledge of graphics algorithms and rendering * Deep knowledge of 3D math (including linear algebra) * Android application development and debugging experience * Graphics debugging experience using performance or frame inspection tools * Game Engine experience: Unity, Unreal, etc. Total Rewards At Samsung - SARC/ACL, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $122,220 and $ 214,870.00 Your actual base pay will depend on variables that may include your education skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. This is an exempt position, which is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Samsung employees have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), free onsite lunch, employee purchase program, tuition assistance (after 6 months), paid time off, student loan program, wellness incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance. Additionally, this role might be eligible to participate in long term incentive plan and relocation. U.S. Export Control This position requires the ability to access information subject to U.S. export control restrictions. Applicants must have the ability to access export-controlled information or be eligible to receive a government authorization to access export-controlled information. Trade Secrets By submitting an application, you [applicant] agree[s] not to disclose to Samsung, or induce Samsung to use, any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to any current or previous employer or other person or entity. #SARC #ACL * Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page. 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