Staff Software Engineer

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.

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 it's AR glasses, Spectacles.

Snap Engineering teams build fun and technically sophisticated products that reach hundreds of millions of Snapchatters around the world, every day. We’re deeply committed to the well-being of everyone in our global community, which is why our values are at the root of everything we do. We move fast, with precision, and always execute with privacy at the forefront.

Some core features we build and maintain include Snapchat’s Camera, Creative Tools, Maps, Chat, Memories, Stories, Discover, Games, and Minis. Our Infrastructure teams deliver an innovative and cost-efficient platform that ensures Snapchat is the fastest way to communicate with your friends, no matter where you are in the world. We have one of the fastest growing digital ad platforms, and our Monetization teams drive measurable returns for advertisers through novel ad formats like Augmented Reality. As a Snap Engineering team member, you’ll help us build the future of communication.

We're looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join Snap!

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of database solutions such as Trino and BQ, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.

• Architect and implement metadata management solutions using tools like DataHub to enhance data discoverability and governance.

• Drive the integration and deployment of workflow orchestration platforms such as Apache Airflow, facilitating efficient data pipelines and analytical workflows.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and provide tailored solutions that align with business objectives.

• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex database and workflow issues, ensuring minimal disruption to data operations.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in database technologies, metadata management, and workflow orchestration, and propose innovative solutions to enhance our tech stack.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of database management systems and experience with SQL and NoSQL databases such as Trino and BQ.

• Strong understanding of metadata management principles and hands-on experience with tools like DataHub.

• Proficiency in workflow orchestration tools, particularly Apache Airflow, with a solid grasp of their architectures and use cases.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.

• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment and lead projects from conception to completion.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in database engineering, metadata management, or workflow orchestration, infrastructure components such as K8s, GCP stack.

• Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale database solutions and data pipelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Contributions to open-source projects such as Trino, DataHub or Airflow.

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience with cloud-based database services such as BigQuery (BQ) or Trino.

• Familiarity with additional workflow orchestration tools and frameworks beyond Airflow.

• Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role within an engineering team.

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.

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 $222,000-$333,000 annually.

Zone B:

The base salary range for this position is $211,000-$316,000 annually.

Zone C:

The base salary range for this position is $189,000-$283,000 annually.

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