Maxon

(Senior) Platform Developer (Metal) Redshift (m/f/d)

Waterloo, ON, CA

12 days ago
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Summary

f you want to be a Maxonian and help bring the best 2D and 3D visual effects, motion graphics, gaming, AR/MR/VR, visualization and design software to the market, then we should have a chat.


WHO WE ARE:

Packed with brilliant, passionate people, Maxon is deeply rooted in the creative industry and committed to empowering the artistic community. We are Maxonians. We encourage and motivate each other to be curious learners. We are obsessed with customer fulfillment and inspiration –before, during and after purchase. If you too want to be a Maxonian and help bring to market the finest software products for 2D and 3D visual effects, motion graphics, games, AR/MR/VR, visualization and general design, let’s talk.


What you will do:

  • Responsible for the collection of computing backends in Redshift with a focus on Apple’s Metal API
  • Ensure and enhance Redshift's superior stability, quality and speed on our supported platforms
  • Collaborate with other rendering developers on topics related to computing backends
  • Engage with our hardware vendor and other partners to manage their contributions to the technology and align future work


What we are looking for:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field; focus on computer graphics is advantageous
  • Expert understanding of Apple’s Metal API or the interest to become an expert in Metal
  • Good understanding of CUDA and/or HIP is a plus
  • Strong C++ skills
  • Experience with GIT and CMake
  • Enthusiastic about Redshift and other Maxon products
  • Highly motivated team player
  • Very good communication skills
  • Fluent in written and spoken English


BENEFITS:


We want you to feel comfortable with us - not just during working hours, but every second. Maxon provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect.


  • Public transport ticket
  • Lifeworks Perks
  • Matching RRSP contribution
  • Employee Assistance program
  • Company lunch once a month
  • Training budget
  • Group Health insurance
  • Bike sharing program



WHAT WE OFFER:

You will be part of a highly motivated international team of specialists working in an environment that offers a warm welcome with detailed onboarding and a dedicated mentor for a familiarization period as well as a wide range of individual development possibilities. Interested in joining our team? Fill out the form or email us your resume/CV (.pdf). Don’t meet every single requirement? At Maxon we embrace diversity, are avid explorers and curious learners, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t entirely match every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply in any case. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions.


We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

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