Graphics Driver Performance Engineer

2 Weeks ago • 1 Years + • Graphics Engineer

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Job Description

The Graphics Driver Performance Engineer at Intel is responsible for enhancing the 3D graphics performance of Intel GPUs on the Windows platform. This role involves analyzing AAA games (including pre-release titles) to identify optimization opportunities, optimizing drivers and shader performance for improved user experience, and developing internal tools and analysis capabilities. The team collaborates closely, working on projects ranging from software development of 3D graphics rendering applications or drivers to GPU hardware performance analysis and optimization. The position requires proficiency in C/C++, understanding of graphics pipelines, APIs (DirectX/D3D, Vulkan), GPU shader/kernel languages, and GPU architecture. Experience with performance optimizations and shader development in languages like HLSL, CUDA, LLVM, or SPIR-V is highly valued.
Must have:
  • C/C++ programming & problem-solving
  • Knowledge of graphics pipeline, DirectX/D3D, Vulkan
  • GPU shader/kernel languages understanding
  • GPU architecture, SIMD parallelism knowledge
  • Bottleneck analysis expertise
Good to have:
  • 3D graphics rendering application/driver development
  • GPU hardware performance optimization
  • Shader development (HLSL, CUDA, LLVM, SPIR-V)
  • Python development & performance data analysis
Perks:
  • Competitive pay
  • Stock options
  • Bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits (health, retirement, vacation)

Job Description

Do Something Wonderful!Intel put the Silicon in Silicon Valley. No one else is this obsessed with engineering a brighter future. Every day, we create world changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth. So, if you have a big idea, let's do something wonderful together. Join us, because at Intel, we are building a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Our team is responsible for improving 3D graphics performance of Intel GPUs on Windows platform. You will join the team in Oregon, California or another location, with the option to work fully remote for individuals if you have demonstrated high productivity while working remotely.

You will be part of a highly collaborative team that analyzes AAA games, including pre-release titles, for optimization opportunities. We then optimize our driver and shader performance for graphics rendering to improve user experience. As part of this effort, we are also developing internal tools and analysis capabilities.

Who You Are

We are hiring new graduates as well as experienced engineers. Behavioral skills we are looking for include a demonstrated ability to be productive individually and as part of a teams and effective communication of technical details.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree + 1 year work experience or expected master’s degree and PhD graduates in computer science, computer engineering or equivalent.

  • Knowledge in programming and problem-solving skills in C/C++

  • Knowledge of the graphics pipeline, DirectX/D3D, Vulkan, or another API, and GPU shader/kernel languages

  • Knowledge of GPU architecture, SIMD parallelism, and bottleneck analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in one or more of the following through work, school or personal projects:

  • Software development of 3D graphics rendering applications or drivers and/or performance optimizations

  • GPU hardware performance bottleneck analysis and performance optimizations

  • Development of shaders in HLSL, CUDA, LLVM, SPIR-V, or similar and performance optimizations

  • Development in Python and analysis of performance data

Inside this Business Group

The Client Computing Group (CCG) is responsible for driving business strategy and product development for Intel's PC products and platforms, spanning form factors such as notebooks, desktops, 2 in 1s, all in ones. Working with our partners across the industry, we intend to deliver purposeful computing experiences that unlock people's potential - allowing each person use our products to focus, create and connect in ways that matter most to them. As the largest business unit at Intel, CCG is investing more heavily in the PC, ramping its capabilities even more aggressively, and designing the PC experience even more deliberately, including delivering a predictable cadence of leadership products. As a result, we are able to fuel innovation across Intel, providing an important source of IP and scale, as well as help the company deliver on its purpose of enriching the lives of every person on earth.

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US $91,500.00-$137,436.00*Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

Working Model

This role is available as a fully home-based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. This role may also be available as our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
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$91.5K - $137.4K/yr (Outscal est.)
$114.5K/yr avg.

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About The Company

Intel’s mission is to shape the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. By pushing forward in fields like AI, analytics and cloud-to-edge technology, Intel’s work is at the heart of countless innovations. From major breakthroughs like self-driving cars and rebuilding the coral reefs, to things that make everyday life better like blockbuster effects and improved shopping experiences — they’re all powered by Intel technology. With a career at Intel, you have the opportunity to help make the future more wonderful for everyone.

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