Software Development Engineer II

UK🌐 Remote💼 Full-time🗓 2026-10-03

Core

Building world-leading vector map rendering engines and the entire graphics chain for interactive maps used by millions.

Role type

Senior IC graphics engineer (3D rendering)

Builds

Open-source platforms for map interaction and visualization

Domain

Consumer mapping, 3D graphics, real-time location

Required skills

C++14/17, TypeScript, Graphics programming (OpenGL, Metal, Vulkan, WebGL, WebGPU), 3D graphics techniques, algorithms, performance optimization (via careerplan.io/jobs/11242-software-development-engineer-ii-at-mapbox)

Preferred skills

Open source contributions, Location technologies (maps, GIS), Mobile development (iOS, Android), Embedded platforms (Linux, QNX)

Responsibilities

Work on vector map rendering engines, assist in data processing pipeline creation, solve graphics programming and architectural challenges, improve performance and stability, experiment with new visualization techniques

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

About mapbox

Software Development956Washington, District of Columbia, USFounded 2011

Mapbox is the leading real-time location platform for a new generation of location-aware businesses. Mapbox is the only platform that equips organizations with the full set of tools to power the navigation of people, packages, and vehicles everywhere. More than 3.5 million registered developers have chosen Mapbox because of the platform’s flexibility, security and privacy compliance. Organizations use Mapbox applications, data, SDKs and APIs to create customized and immersive experiences that delight their customers.