Job Description
Are you ready to bring flat worlds to life? Aether Interactive is seeking a visionary Senior 2D Graphics Engineer to join our elite engineering team in San Francisco. You will bridge the gap between creative design and technical implementation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the web and mobile platforms.
In this role, you will lead the development of high-performance 2D rendering engines, interactive animation systems, and scalable vector graphics tools. If you have a passion for pixel-perfect visuals and optimizing rendering pipelines, we want to meet you.
Why Join Us?
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that define the future of digital interaction.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-performance 2D rendering engines using Canvas API, WebGL, and SVG technologies.
- Optimize existing graphics pipelines to ensure 60fps animations and smooth interactions across devices.
- Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate complex visual concepts into scalable code.
- Build and maintain reusable libraries and tools for animation, particle effects, and dynamic backgrounds.
- Debug complex rendering issues and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks in production environments.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging web graphics standards and propose innovative solutions to technical challenges.
- Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to ensure best practices and code quality.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience in web development with a focus on 2D graphics and animation.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern web graphics libraries (e.g., Pixi.js, Phaser, or Three.js).
- Deep understanding of computer graphics principles, including the rendering pipeline, rasterization, and vector mathematics.
- Experience with performance profiling tools and techniques to optimize rendering efficiency.
- B.S. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience with WebGL shaders (GLSL) is a strong plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment.