Software Development Engineer III, C++ Rendering

What we do

The Maps Rendering team uses our engineering skills and curiosity to push the boundaries of what’s possible with interactive maps and how people use location technologies in their daily lives. We work on a state-of-the-art web platform for map interaction and visualization used by millions of people around the globe.

As a Software Development Engineer II specializing in JavaScript and map rendering, you will:

• Work on mapbox-gl-js, the leading vector map rendering engine.
• Work with cutting-edge browser technologies and an ambitious, modern codebase — using WebGL, Web Workers, ECMAScript with modules, and Web Assembly.
• Tackle advanced graphics programming, algorithmic, and architectural problems.
• Enhance the performance, stability, and simplicity of our products.
• Collaborate with Native/Mobile rendering teams to ensure seamless cross-platform map compatibility.

• Curiosity, enthusiasm, eagerness to solve challenging technical problems in the geo and data visualization space using emerging technologies.
• Empathy and kindness, willingness to learn from different perspectives and patience to help others grow.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with distributed teams.
• Strong expertise in JavaScript, algorithms, and performance optimization.

• Experience in graphics programming (OpenGL, WebGL)
• Native development skills (C++, Mobile SDKs)
• Knowledge of location technologies (maps, GIS)
• Contributions to open source projects.

In addition to our core values, which are not unique to this position and are necessary for Mapboxers:

• We value high-performing creative individuals who dig into problems and opportunities.
• We believe in individuals being their whole selves  commit to this through supportive health care, parental leave, flexibility for the things that come up in life, and innovating on how we think about supporting our people.
• We emphasize an environment of teaching and learning to equip employees with the tools needed to be successful in their function and the company.
• We strongly believe in the value of growing a diverse team and encourage people of all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and sexual orientations to apply.

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We are committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. We do not discriminate against any protected class.

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