ByteDance · 2 weeks ago
Tech Lead Software Engineer, 3D Graphics
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$209K/yr - $438K/yrByteDance is a company founded in 2012 with a mission to inspire creativity and enrich life through innovative products like TikTok and Pico. They are seeking a Tech Lead Software Engineer specializing in 3D Graphics to lead the design and implementation of next-generation XR standards and enhance runtime software, ensuring seamless functionality and user experience across their platforms.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the technical lead in designing and implementing next-generation XR standards (e.g., OpenXR and other open standards)
Represent the team in the OpenXR Working Group and actively drive standardization efforts
Develop and enhance the runtime softwares with a focus on performance, extensibility, and reliability
Collaborate closely with the PICO OS, Engine, Product, and SDK teams to deliver seamless end-to-end functionality, with a strong emphasis on user experience
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience with open standards such as OpenXR, OpenGL, Vulkan, MaterialX, or OpenUSD
Strong foundational knowledge of XR technologies and spatial concepts (eg. rendering, input, tracking, and compositing)
Advanced proficiency in C/C++ and low-level system programming
Proven track record in implementing 3D graphics systems and performance-critical features
Preferred
Experience in developing AR/VR applications or runtime infrastructure
Background in game engine development, especially in graphics or low-latency input pipelines
SDK development experience, particularly for external developer platforms
Familiarity with native Android development, including Android Services and IPC mechanisms
Active involvement in Khronos Group or contributions to the OpenXR community is a strong plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) savings plan with company match
Paid parental leave
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
Wellbeing benefits
10 paid holidays per year
10 paid sick days per year
17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure)
Company
ByteDance
ByteDance is a technology company that develops content creation platforms and services.
Founded in 2012
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8BKey Investors
Capital TodayG42Tiger Global Management
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Leadership Team
Jochen Bischoff
Head of Global Business Solutions - Africa
Matty Lin
General Manager, Global Business Solutions, KR
Recent News
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