Senior Platform Developer; Metal

Job in Southwestern Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada

Listing for: Skillsearch

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-05

Job specializations:

Software Development
AI Engineer

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 CAD Yearly CAD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR

Position: Senior Platform Developer (Metal)
Location: Southwestern Ontario

We’re looking for a senior-level engineer to help shape the GPU backend of a production-proven renderer used by leading studios and artists worldwide. You'll work at the heart of a compute framework, focusing on supporting and optimizing for Apple’s Metal API. This is a critical role with real impact—ideal for someone who wants to push GPU performance and work directly with platform vendors.

Responsibilities:

Own and evolve support for Apple’s Metal API across our renderer’s compute backend

Improve performance, stability, and compatibility across macOS and other supported platforms

Collaborate with rendering and infrastructure teams to optimize GPU integration

Work closely with hardware partners (including Apple) to ensure forward compatibility and performance alignment

Influence the technical direction of compute infrastructure used in high-end production rendering

Qualifications:

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical field

Deep knowledge of Metal or a strong desire to become an expert

C++ expertise and familiarity with modern development workflows (Git, CMake)

Bonus: knowledge of CUDA and/or HIP

Passion for GPU performance, rendering, and cross-platform development

Clear communicator and collaborative mindset

Why Join Us?

You’ll work on a product trusted by top-tier studios in film, VFX, and design
You’ll help shape the future of GPU compute on Apple platforms
You’ll collaborate with a highly skilled, international team and influence a widely adopted rendering engine

If this role aligns with your skills and interests, apply now—we’d love to hear from you.

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