Senior Engineer – Graphics Performance Optimization

Senior Engineer – Graphics Performance Optimization

Position Summary
A leading global technology company is seeking an experienced Senior Graphics Performance Engineer to join its research and development team in Staines-upon-Thames. The successful candidate will work on advanced Android optimization and graphics performance projects, helping to deliver best-in-class gaming and visual experiences on next-generation mobile devices.

You will contribute to performance and power optimizations across the Android graphics stack, implement new features within the framework, and explore the use of AI to enhance system performance. This role offers the chance to work on innovative technologies that reach millions of users worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and implement optimizations within the Android graphics stack to improve gaming performance and power efficiency.

• Develop extensions and enhancements for Android graphics frameworks to enable new user experiences.

• Own and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring quality and timely delivery.

• Explore and apply machine learning techniques to improve graphics and system performance.

• Take technical ownership of key areas within assigned projects.

Required Skills and Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.

• Proven experience in real-time embedded software development, ideally on mobile platforms.

• Strong proficiency in C and C++.

• Deep understanding of operating system fundamentals including memory management, multithreading, and kernel interactions.

• Solid experience in computer graphics with exposure to OpenGL, OpenGL ES, Vulkan, or DirectX.

• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with Linux/Android frameworks and application development.

• Experience with performance analysis and optimization of real-time graphics applications.

• Understanding of CPU and GPU hardware architectures.

• Exposure to machine learning and neural network concepts.

Working Model
Hybrid working pattern: typically three days onsite and two days remote per week.

About the Team
The Graphics Research team focuses on advanced performance optimization, AI integration, and next-generation visual computing. Engineers in this group work on innovative technologies with real-world impact on consumer devices used across the globe.