Software Engineer, Spectacles C++, Level 4

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Software Engineer Spectacles C++ Level 4

Software Engineer Spectacles C++ Level 4

Posted 10 Hours Ago
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3 Locations
Hybrid
133K-235K Annually
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Machine Learning • Mobile • Software • Virtual Reality • App development
We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate.
The Role
Design and support components for Snap Spectacles' Augmented Reality features develop SnapOS and collaborate with various teams to launch products.
Summary Generated by Built In

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves live in the moment learn about the world and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends family and the world; Lens Studio an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses Spectacles.

The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles powered by Snap OS showcase how standalone see-through AR glasses make playing learning and working better together.

Snapchat is a camera and messaging app that connects people to their friends and the world. Every day around the globe millions of people use Snapchat to communicate with friends build relationships play and learn. No matter where you are or how you express yourself it’s always the fastest way to share a moment!

We’re looking for an Augmented Reality Software Engineer to join the Spectacles  team! 

What you’ll do:

  • Design improve and support reusable components interactions frameworks and SDKs that enable immersive experiences on Snap Spectacles Augmented Reality Glasses

  • Develop components of the operating system powering Spectacles SnapOS

  • Participate in code and design reviews

  • Interact with design interactive engineering and product teams to shape and launch products

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

  • Experience in one or more object oriented languages like C++ Kotlin or Java

  • Experience in delivering top quality performant and scalable code with extensive unit / functional testing

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science related degree or equivalent practical experience

  • 2+ years of post-Bachelor’s software development experience; or Master’s degree in a technical field + 1+ year of post-grad software development experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field

  • Industry C++ development experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience building and shipping high performance code

  • Experience with operating systems resource-constrained devices and 3d graphics

  • Practice designing SDKs APIs and Platforms

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please don’t be shy and provide us some information.

"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster reinforce our values and serve our community customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. 

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring where applicable).

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave comprehensive medical coverage emotional and mental health support programs and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!

Compensation

In the United States work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills experience qualifications work location and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.

Zone A (CA WA NYC):

The base salary range for this position is $157000-$235000 annually.


 

Zone B:

The base salary range for this position is $149000-$223000 annually.

Zone C:

The base salary range for this position is $133000-$200000 annually.

This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 2+ years of post-Bachelor's software development experience
  • Industry C++ development experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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The Company
HQ: Santa Monica CA
5000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Snap Inc. is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. We contribute to human progress by empowering people to express themselves live in the moment learn about the world and have fun together.

Why Work With Us

Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves live in the moment learn about the world and have fun together.

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Our “default together” approach is an 80/20 model where we are asking team members to spend 80% of the time on average in the office with the remaining 20% of the time spent remote.

Typical time on-site: 4 days a week
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05/21/2026

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