Senior Software Developer, Adaptive Performance

Unity’s Adaptive Performance team builds technology that helps developers create faster, more consistent, and more efficient applications across devices and platforms. Using runtime feedback, our systems help maintain stable frame rates, respond to thermal constraints, and identify opportunities for performance improvements. We are looking for a Senior Software Developer who enjoys solving complex performance challenges. You will work across Unity, native platform code, graphics, and device-specific technologies to shape the next generation of Adaptive Performance. What you’ll be doing Investigate CPU, GPU, memory, thermal, and runtime performance issues across Unity and supported platforms Design and develop Adaptive Performance features that improve runtime stability, efficiency, and developer insights Profile applications and engine workloads to identify bottlenecks and turn performance data into actionable solutions Collaborate with Unity teams, platform holders, hardware partners, OEMs, and customers Contribute to technical design, implementation, testing, code reviews, mentoring, and AI-assisted performance workflows What we’re looking for Strong software development experience with C# and C++, including large and unfamiliar codebases Deep understanding of CPU, GPU, memory, threading, and managed and native runtime performance Hands-on experience with profiling and diagnostic tools, such as Unity Profiler, Xcode Instruments, Perfetto, or equivalent Strong debugging and analytical skills, with the ability to own complex and technically ambiguous problems Effective communication and collaboration skills, with a willingness to mentor others and share technical knowledge You might also have Experience with graphics or hardware profiling tools, such as RenderDoc, Snapdragon Profiler, or Arm tooling Experience profiling and optimizing real-time applications across Android, iOS, desktop, console, or web Knowledge of performance-analysis tools, runtime feedback systems, telemetry, machine learning, or AI-driven optimization Base Salary Range: We determine the base salary range for this role based on your primary work location: Zone A: kr639,400 - kr959,200 DKK gross Zone A: €54,200 - €81,400 EUR gross This range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for equity awards and participation in our company incentive plans (such as annual discretionary bonuses or sales commissions). The final offer amount will depend on several factors, including geographic location and the candidate’s relevant experience, professional background, and skill set.

At Unity, we want our team members to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance. Please note: Benefits eligibility, specific offerings, and coverage vary based on the country and employment status. While specific benefits vary, here are some of the ways we strive to take care of our eligible team members globally: Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance | Commute subsidy | Employee stock ownership | Competitive retirement/pension plans | Generous vacation and personal days | Support for new parents through leave and family-care programs | Office food snacks | Mental Health and Wellbeing programs and support | Employee Resource Groups | Global Employee Assistance Program | Training and development programs | Volunteering and donation matching program Life at Unity Unity [NYSE: U] is the world’s leading game engine, powering play for more than 3 billion consumers each month. The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console games, and virtually all of the top XR and Web Games are developed, deployed, and grown in Unity. Unity also enables teams across industries like automotive, manufacturing, and healthcare to design, simulate, and collaborate in 3D — closing the gap between ideas and