The Graphics Tools team delivers the PIX for Windows tool that enables GPU debugging and performance analysis of Direct3D 12. This tool is used by game developers around the world to debug and analyze their game rendering engines. We are looking for someone with a strong desire and to build world class low level graphics tools. This is an important role and offers significant potential for positively impacting Microsoft and the broader gaming and graphics industry.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test and ship GPU debugging and profiling features
• Fix bugs and help to maintain team infrastructure such as test lab and agile product backlog
• Engage directly with customers to understand their needs and solve their problems
• Mentor team members and participate in code and design reviews for the work of your peers
• Over time, become an expert in GPU programming, debugging, and customer needs in this space

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience delivering broadly released, commercial quality consumer or enterprise software
• Strong C/C++ coding and debugging skills
• Knowledge of GPU architecture and experience using low level graphics APIs like Direct3D, OpenGL, or Metal 

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate has good communication/customer interfacing skills, ability to deal with ambiguity, and ability to prioritize software development tasks

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