Senior Effects Engine Engineer

This role is based in Beijing, China.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain a cross-platform multimedia effects SDK supporting iOS, Android, Web, and desktop.
• Develop tooling for special effects content creation and asset lifecycle management.
• Design mobile-side effect asset management systems for optimal performance.
• Integrate new visual features with Canva's custom rendering engine.
• Prototype and productionise next-gen effects including AI-powered and real-time effects.
• Collaborate with design, AI, and product teams to enhance Canva's effect ecosystem.

Requirements:

• Advanced proficiency in C++ and solid skills in Java, Objective-C/Swift, and JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Experience in mobile app development and performance optimisation.
• Proficient in at least one graphics API and shader languages.
• Familiar with large-scale codebase management and automated testing practices.
• Passion for empowering creativity and solving complex visual problems.
• Full proficiency in English communications.