Job Description
We are seeking a visionary Senior 2D/3D WebGL Developer to join our elite engineering team in San Francisco. As a pioneer in immersive web experiences, we are looking for an expert who can bridge the gap between high-fidelity artistic design and performant, scalable code.
In this role, you will spearhead the development of cutting-edge graphics for our flagship platform. You will optimize rendering pipelines, write custom shaders, and ensure our visual-heavy applications achieve top-tier SEO rankings through technical excellence.
Why Join Us?
- Work with the latest web technologies (WebGL, Three.js, React Three Fiber).
- Competitive compensation and equity packages.
- Flexible remote-first culture with a central hub in SF.
Responsibilities
- Lead Graphics Engineering: Design and implement high-performance 2D and 3D web graphics using WebGL, Three.js, and React Three Fiber.
- Optimization: Analyze and optimize rendering performance to ensure 60fps frame rates and minimal load times, directly impacting SEO and user retention.
- Shader Development: Develop complex custom shaders (GLSL) and particle systems to create visually stunning, interactive product experiences.
- Cross-Platform Compatibility: Ensure seamless rendering across various browsers, devices, and screen resolutions using responsive design principles.
- Creative Collaboration: Partner closely with UX/UI designers to translate artistic concepts into technical reality.
- Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code; conduct rigorous code reviews and mentor junior developers.
Qualifications
- Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in web development, with at least 2 years specifically focused on 2D/3D graphics or WebGL.
- Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and modern frontend frameworks.
- Graphics Knowledge: Strong understanding of linear algebra, trigonometry, and computer graphics mathematics.
- Shaders: Solid experience writing and optimizing GLSL shaders for custom visual effects.
- SEO Awareness: Understanding of how heavy graphics impact SEO and experience with performance auditing tools (Lighthouse, WebPageTest).
- Portfolio: A robust portfolio demonstrating complex interactive web projects.