Aechelon Technology Inc is hiring: Senior 3D Graphics Software Engineer in Overl

Aechelon Technology, Inc. is a leading producer of 3D simulator content, including Geospecific visual/sensor databases and realistic 3D models. We seek people who share our passion for real-time computer graphics and commitment to our mission of helping make our Nation’s pilots safer. We will give you a chance to work with some of the most talented people in the graphics industry.

Overview

The Senior 3D Graphics Software Engineer will play a key role in the small core software team, responsible for designing and developing the next generation of our real-time graphics rendering engine and content creation tools. They will enhance our art path and integrate it with our shader engine to achieve the next level of realism and performance. Periodic travel to Aechelon Technology’s headquarters in South San Francisco, CA is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop the next generation of the real-time graphics rendering engine and content creation tools.
• Enhance the art path and integrate it with the shader engine to improve realism and performance.
• Collaborate within a small core software team to deliver high-quality graphics software for simulation and visualization.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in design and architecture of 3D real-time graphics applications for the game, broadcast, entertainment or visual simulation industries
• Experience leading a team of peers in shipping exceptional products within delivery deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of and experience programming in C and C++
• Experience developing OpenGL, Vulkan or Direct3D applications, including real-time engines, graphics tools for the content creation pipeline and programmable shading
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with export-controlled technology

Desired Competencies

• Experience with rendering engines and scene graphs such as Intrinsic Alchemy, OpenSceneGraph, Unreal, Unity, or Source
• Experience with GPU computing platforms such as OpenCL, CUDA, or DirectCompute
• Experience with Vulkan or DirectX 12
• Experience with multi-processing real-time systems
• Experience with defect tracking systems such as Bugzilla or Jira
• Experience with Configuration Management (CM) systems such as Perforce or Git
• Experience developing tools to work with geographic data such as KML, vector files, digital elevation and satellite imagery

Education and Eligibility

• BS in Engineering, Computer Science or similar technical field
• Eligible for employment without sponsorship restrictions described by the company policy

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a very attractive compensation package including competitive base salary, company performance-based profit sharing, 401k, and 100% employer paid health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability). No relocation reimbursement provided.

Equal Opportunity

Aechelon Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing access and opportunities to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact hr_team@aechelon.com with your request.