Jobs at Niantic
Niantic launched the global phenomenon Pokémon GO in 2016, establishing the company as a leader in augmented reality and location‑based gaming. Their current portfolio includes the Niantic Real World, a platform that enables developers to build AR experiences that overlay digital content onto real‑world environments.
Niantic hires across a spectrum of technical and creative roles: software engineers (iOS, Android, Unity), data scientists, product managers, game designers, quality assurance, and operations specialists. Candidates can expect a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where rapid prototyping and user feedback drive product iterations. Remote and hybrid work models are common, and the company values cross‑functional teamwork and continuous learning.
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Tech Lead Manager Mobile Native
Company: Niantic
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Nov 11, 2023
Niantic is seeking a Tech Lead Manager, Mobile Native to lead their Adventure Sync team. The role involves leading a team that builds mobile, real-time, geolocation tech for iOS and/or Android, advancing Niantic's geolocation platform, and enabling game developers to create engaging apps. The Tech Lead Manager will mentor and grow team members, lead engineering design discussions, and design and implement cross-compiled Android/iOS native code in C++. The role requires a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, minimum 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in C/C++.
Tech Lead Manager, Mobile Native
Company: Niantic
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Nov 15, 2023
Niantic is seeking a Tech Lead Manager, Mobile Native to lead their Adventure Sync team. The role involves leading a team that builds mobile, real-time, geolocation tech for iOS and/or Android, advancing Niantic's geolocation platform, and enabling game developers to create engaging apps. The Tech Lead Manager will mentor and grow team members, lead engineering design discussions, and design and implement cross-compiled Android/iOS native code in C++. The role requires a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, minimum 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in C/C++.
Associate Product Data Operations Manager
Company: Niantic
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Nov 10, 2023
Niantic is seeking an Associate Product Data Operations Manager to manage scanning and labeling operations for their augmented reality and mapping projects. The role involves overseeing scanning requests, working with vendors to recruit and deploy surveyors, analyzing and improving surveyor output, and managing labeling operations to provide high-quality data to customers. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of operations management experience, and a strong ownership mentality. Previous experience in data labeling or collection operations, running customer support systems, and collaborating with technical partners is a plus. The total compensation package includes a base salary range of $84,000 - $94,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.
Associate Marketing Manager, User Acquisition (Short-term)
Company: Niantic
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Nov 10, 2023
Niantic, a leader in augmented reality and mobile gaming, is seeking an Associate Marketing Manager, User Acquisition. This role involves managing large scale paid user acquisition budgets, strategizing and optimizing campaigns across key mobile platforms, and driving A/B multivariate testing. The candidate should have 2+ years of mobile media buying experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel and SQL. The position is a 6-month contract with an hourly rate of up to $42.00/hr.
Content Game Designer, Pokémon GO
Company: Niantic
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Dec 02, 2023
We have growing offices located in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Bellevue, Kansas, London, Tokyo, Hamburg, Hyderabad, and Zurich. Niantic is a hybrid first company. Niantic’s Lightship platform, which powers Pokémon GO, also supports the company's other games including Pikmin Bloom, Peridot and Monster Hunter Now. Experience in other related fields such as user interface design, art, programming or sound. Proficiency in Unity game development. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by work location and additional factors, including assessed job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We believe that in person interaction and collaboration fosters creativity, a sense of community, and is critical to our future success as a company. We're a hard-working, fun, and exciting group who value intellectual curiosity and a passion for problem-solving! Experience with prototyping data models. Experience with AR games or features.
Staff AR UX Designer
Company: Niantic
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Nov 15, 2023
Niantic is seeking a Staff AR User Experience Designer with 10+ years of experience in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Human-Centered Design, and/or product design. The role involves creating user interaction design systems, UX flow wireframes, user interface designs, and visual design for Niantic's AR projects. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in 2D visual design/UI and exceptional 3D spatial design skills, with a portfolio showcasing relevant samples of interaction design for mobile applications, mobile AR, headsets, and/or spatial computing concepts. The position offers a total compensation package of $190,000 - $233,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.
Platform Product Manager, Experimentation
Company: Niantic
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Nov 19, 2023
Niantic is seeking a Product Manager for Game Platform to define product roadmaps for marketing and experimentation teams. The role involves building scalable tools for player engagement, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving value analysis. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of product management experience, proficiency in data analytics, and experience with marketing and analytics platforms. The company offers a competitive compensation package and a hybrid work environment.
Head of People
Company: Niantic
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Dec 03, 2023
We have growing offices located in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Bellevue, Kansas, London, Tokyo, Hamburg, Hyderabad, and Zurich. Niantic is a hybrid first company. Niantic’s Lightship platform, which powers Pokémon GO, also supports the company's other games including Pikmin Bloom, Peridot and Monster Hunter Now. We're a hard-working, fun, and exciting group who value intellectual curiosity and a passion for problem-solving! We believe that in person interaction and collaboration fosters creativity, a sense of community, and is critical to our future success as a company. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by work location and additional factors, including assessed job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Incubated out of the Maps team at Google, Niantic first created Ingress and then Pokémon GO, a cultural phenomenon and hit game played by tens of millions of people each month. Our mission emphasizes seeking and hiring diverse voices, including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the technology industry, and we consider this to be one of the most important values we hold close. Our hybrid work schedules allow for a mix of remote and in-office work. Developers use Niantic’s platform to build their own AR applications and experiences, either with the Lightship Platform or directly through the web with 8th Wall.
Tech Lead Manager, Mobile Native
Company: Niantic
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Nov 11, 2023
Niantic is seeking a Tech Lead Manager, Mobile Native to lead their Adventure Sync team. The role involves leading a team in building mobile, real-time, geolocation tech for iOS and/or Android, advancing Niantic's geolocation platform, and enabling game developers to create engaging apps. The Tech Lead Manager will mentor and grow team members, lead engineering design discussions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, minimum 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in C/C++ and C#.
Software Engineer, Ingress
Company: Niantic
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Nov 17, 2023
Niantic, the company behind Ingress and Pokémon GO, is seeking a Unity-focused Software Engineer. The role involves implementing gameplay mechanics, tackling technical challenges, and creating engaging real-world gameplay experiences. The ideal candidate should have a BS in Computer Science, 2+ years of experience in Unity3D and C#, and strong communication skills. The total compensation package ranges from $136,000 to $151,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. Niantic values diversity and inclusivity, and operates as a hybrid first company with offices worldwide.
Senior SDET
Company: Niantic
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Dec 02, 2023
We have growing offices located in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Bellevue, Kansas, London, Tokyo, Hamburg, Hyderabad, and Zurich. Experience leading, building, and crafting test strategies for SDK, mobile apps and consumer-facing products. Niantic’s Lightship platform, which powers Pokémon GO, also supports the company's other games including Pikmin Bloom, Peridot and Monster Hunter Now. Niantic is a hybrid first company. Working experience with Unity. We're a hard-working, fun, and exciting group who value intellectual curiosity and a passion for problem-solving! Individual pay within this salary range is determined by work location and additional factors, including assessed job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We believe that in person interaction and collaboration fosters creativity, a sense of community, and is critical to our future success as a company. Experience using mobile, web UI, or API test automation frameworks (Appium, Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, and other automation tools) to write end to end scenario based automated tests. Experience working with highly-scalable systems.
Head of People
Company: Niantic
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Nov 07, 2023
Niantic is seeking a Head of People with over 10 years of experience in global people functions. The role involves leading the People function, enhancing employee experience, and driving a high-performance culture. The candidate must have strong business acumen, stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. The position offers a competitive compensation package and a hybrid work schedule. Niantic values diversity and inclusion, and the role is crucial in shaping the company's future success.