AR/VR Realtime Rendering and Graphics Software Engineer, RealityKit, Vision Products Software

Apple Inc

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Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Salary
$184,700–$324,800 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · AR/VR Realtime Rendering and Graphics Software Engineer, RealityKit, Vision Products Software

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The Vision Products Group is seeking a senior Realtime Rendering and Graphics Software Engineer to join the RealityKit rendering team, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of real-time 3D graphics on Apple's platforms. Your responsibilities include architecting cutting-edge graphics features and APIs, optimizing rendering pipelines for performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative visual concepts to life. You will lead technical reviews, mentor engineers, and drive the translation of pioneering research into production-ready solutions that enhance RealityKit’s capabilities. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in 3D real-time rendering applications, proficiency in C++, knowledge of modern graphics APIs like Metal and Vulkan, and a strong background in linear algebra and software development cycles. This role demands expertise in high-performance coding, problem-solving, and teamwork to deliver visually stunning and technically robust experiences across the Apple ecosystem.

Skills

C++ Metal Vulkan Direct3D_12 WebGPU MSL HLSL GLSL WGSL Linear_Algebra Debugging Problem_Solving Graphics_APIs RealityKit AR/VR_Rendering_Technologies

What you'll do

  • Architect and implement cutting-edge graphics features for immersive experiences.
  • Analyze and optimize the rendering pipeline to ensure consistent frame rates.
  • Develop comprehensive test suites in collaboration with QA and engineering teams.
  • Lead peer reviews of architecture, API design, and code changes to foster excellence.
  • Translate creative concepts into production-ready technology by collaborating with cross-functional teams.

What we're looking for

  • At least 10 years of experience in developing 3D real-time rendering applications.
  • Proven leadership in managing and mentoring engineering teams.
  • Expertise in setting technical direction, driving architectural decisions, and conducting design reviews.
  • Proficiency in writing efficient C++ code for graphics applications.
  • Knowledge of modern graphics APIs (Metal, Vulkan, Direct3D 12) and shading languages.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on 3D geometry and linear algebra.
  • Experience across all stages of software development, from prototyping to optimization.

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