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.

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 a Staff Software Engineer to join the Operating systems team at Snap Inc!

What you’ll do:

• Lead and Contribute to Design: Lead or significantly contribute to the design and architecture of system software and operating systems for both prototype and shipping consumer products.

• Develop Core OS components: Design, implement and maintain software components at all layers of the Operating System including the kernel, synchronization primitives, I/O subsystems and more.

• Collaborate and Review: Actively participate in design reviews, code review with peers and stakeholders to ensure high quality, reliable solutions.

• Troubleshoot and Debug: Triage complex product or system issues, analyze root causes and develop effective solutions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of operating systems principles, Inter-process communication, computer system architecture, microprocessor /microcontroller fundamentals (caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.)

• Proven experience with full software Development process skills including: source control, bug tracking, and design documentation

• Broad understanding of audio/video domain fundamentals, connectivity, system architecture and frameworks.

• Strong analytical and software debugging skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field such as computer science or electrical engineering or equivalent years of experience

• 6+ years of experience with system software development

• 5+ years of experience developing SW for audio/video frameworks or WLAN/cellular

• Technical leadership experience with specialization in at least one of the following areas: Audio/Video or WLAN/BT

• Proficiency in programming C and C++ on Linux

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience of developing Operating Systems including Inter-process communication and application framework

• 10+ years of experience in leading the development of SW for Audio/Video or WLAN/ BT protocols

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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 $229,000-$343,000 annually.

Zone B:

The base salary range for this position is $218,000-$326,000 annually.

Zone C:

The base salary range for this position is $195,000-$292,000 annually.

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