GPU Software Engineer - 12 month PAYE

🚀 GPU Software Engineer — Contract Opportunity | Cambridge, UKWe 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)─────────────────────────────🔧 WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING─────────────────────────────▸ 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 scenariosYou'll collaborate closely with software and hardware architects and driver development teams — bridging the gap between API design and silicon.─────────────────────────────✅ WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR─────────────────────────────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 runNice 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─────────────────────────────📌 CONTRACT DETAILS─────────────────────────────▸ On-site role — Cambridge, UK▸ PAYE engagement, inside IR35▸ 12-month initial term with extension available▸ Confidential employerIf 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.#GPUEngineering #GraphicsAPI #Vulkan #DirectX #GPUArchitecture #ContractRole #CambridgeTech #SemiconductorJobs #3DGraphics #HiringNow