Staff Software Engineer - Video Performance - (Bay area only)

This role is based in San Francisco, CA, and focuses on optimizing video performance across various platforms.

Compensation:

$251,000 to $329,000/year

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end performance strategy across the video creation lifecycle.
• Profile and optimize critical paths in C++ native engine and ML-powered effect pipelines.
• Design observability systems to capture key performance metrics across Web, iOS, and Android.
• Collaborate with Video Engine and AI engineers to improve system architecture.

Requirements:

• Strong proficiency in C++ and experience with graphics APIs like OpenGL, Metal, or Vulkan.
• Understanding of CPU/GPU architectures and multimedia fundamentals.
• Experience with profiling tools and analyzing telemetry data.

About the team:

The Video Group at Canva is a global team focused on redefining storytelling through video.