Software Engineer

Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.

We’re looking for a Full Stack Engineer to join Snap Inc! This role will be based from our Los Angeles, CA headquarters.

• What you’ll do:

  • Contribute to Snap’s engineering culture by working on shared libraries and systems

  • Design new and optimize existing systems and participate in design reviews

  • Follow high-quality design and implementation practices

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of JavaScript (and/or TypeScript), HTML, and CSS

  • Knowledge of Java, Golang, and/or Python

  • Strong knowledge of object-oriented and functional programming principles

  • Understanding of domain driven design principles

  • Solid knowledge of unit testing

  • A passion for front end design and/or web application development

    
    

• Minimum Qualifications: 

  • BS/BA in a technical field such as computer science or equivalent years of experience

  • 3+ years of experience as a full stack software engineer

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • MS degree in a technical field

  • Experience optimizing JavaScript performance and browser layout rendering

  • Experience with ReactJS, AngularJS, or similar UI frameworks.

  • Experience with Web GL, Canvas 

  • Large-scale microservices and distributed systems

  • Experience with NoSQL solutions, Memcache/Redis, Kubernetes, or Google/AWS services

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at [email protected].