Software Firmware Engineer 4

Software Firmware Engineer 4

Description -

Overview:

Seeking an experienced Android Graphics Expert to design, develop, and optimize high-performance graphics and rendering pipelines on Android devices. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in OpenGL ES, Vulkan, GPU optimization, and Android’s graphics stack, with strong system-level debugging skills.
This role involves working closely with platform engineers, performance teams, and hardware vendors to deliver smooth, high-FPS, low-latency rendering experiences across devices.
Key Responsibilities
- Graphics Development
Design and implement real-time rendering pipelines on Android
Develop 2D/3D rendering systems using OpenGL ES / Vulkan
Implement shader programs (GLSL/SPIR-V)
Optimize graphics performance (FPS, memory, power)
   Platform & System Integration
Work with Android graphics stack:
 - SurfaceFlinger
 - HWComposer
 - Skia
 - RenderThread
Debug rendering issues across device variants
Handle frame drops, jank, ANR caused by graphics bottlenecks
- Performance Optimization
Profile GPU and CPU usage
Use tools like:
 - Android GPU Inspector
 - Perfetto
 - Systrace
 - RenderDoc
Optimize:
 - Texture handling
 - Memory bandwidth
 - Overdraw
 - Frame timing
Low-Level Debugging
Debug driver-level and HAL issues (if required)
Work with device vendors (Qualcomm, MediaTek, etc.)
Understand AOSP graphics pipeline and buffer managemen
  Testing & Stability
Validate rendering across multiple Android versions
Handle device compatibility challenges
Ensure smooth behavior across refresh rates (60Hz / 90Hz / 120Hz

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Job -

Software

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No shift premium (India)

Travel -

Relocation -

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