Mapbox Helsinki Remote (Country) Employment

Mapbox is hiring a Software Development Engineer II, 3D Graphics

About the Role

This position involves building and refining 3D graphics systems that enable realistic, interactive map visualizations. The engineer will work on low-level rendering improvements, platform-specific optimizations, and new feature development to enhance the visual quality and performance of 3D maps used by developers globally.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement core components of 3D graphics rendering systems
  • Optimize performance of visual engines across diverse hardware and platforms
  • Collaborate with designers and developers to deliver high-fidelity map visuals
  • Improve rendering accuracy for complex geographic data in 3D space
  • Develop shaders and GPU-based effects for realistic terrain and lighting
  • Troubleshoot and resolve rendering artifacts and visual inconsistencies
  • Contribute to cross-platform compatibility for desktop and mobile environments
  • Support integration of 3D features into developer-facing APIs
  • Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions
  • Maintain and enhance existing graphics libraries and frameworks
  • Work closely with product teams to align technical capabilities with user needs
  • Investigate emerging graphics standards and technologies for potential adoption
  • Ensure efficient memory and GPU resource usage in rendering pipelines
  • Document technical implementations and share knowledge across teams
  • Assist in defining long-term roadmap for 3D visualization features

Nice to Have

  • Experience with map rendering or geographic visualization systems
  • Contributions to open-source graphics projects
  • Familiarity with WebGL and browser-based 3D libraries
  • Knowledge of physically based rendering methods
  • Background in computer graphics research or academic publications
  • Experience with game engines or 3D content creation tools

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with flexibility based on location

Team

Part of a specialized engineering team focused on visual technologies and real-time rendering

About the Team

  • This group builds foundational technologies that power immersive map experiences used by developers worldwide.
  • The team focuses on pushing the limits of what’s possible in real-time 3D visualization on the web and mobile platforms.

What We Value

  • Technical excellence paired with practical problem-solving
  • Ownership of projects from concept to deployment
  • Collaborative iteration based on data and user feedback
  • Clear communication across engineering and product functions

Available for qualified candidates in select regions

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Job Details
Department Maps
Category other
Posted 9 months ago