Software Engineer, C++

Snapchat
Los Angeles, CA
United States


Description
Compensation: $140K - $196K

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.
We’re looking for a C++ Engineer to join Snap Inc!
What you'll do:
Architect, design, implement and deploy cross-platform client infrastructure and frameworks using C++
Partner with key product owners, customers, and engineering leadership to identify correct priorities of development
Evaluate technical tradeoffs of every decision and collaborate with other engineers on the best development practices
Perform code reviews that guarantee code quality and raise the bar for development
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Familiarity with modern C++ (C++17 / C++20)
Knowledge of the OS internals, compilers, optimization for low-power and mobile systems
Proficiency with multithreading and performance optimization techniques,
Strong CS fundamentals (algorithms and data structures) and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of software design patterns and best practices
Minimum qualifications:
BS/BA in a technical field such as Computer Science or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience working with systems implemented in modern C++, client or server
Preferred qualifications:
Experience developing for desktop, mobile, or web using C++ (Qt, Android NDK, iOS, WebAssembly)
Experience creating developer-facing APIs and libraries
Experience with performance analysis and optimization
Experience with C++ build systems and toolchains
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. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC)
: The base salary range for this position is $165,000 - 230,000 annually
Zone B
: The base salary range for this position is $157,000 - 219,000 annually
Zone C
: The base salary range for this position is $140,000 - 196,000 annually
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs
"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 at least 80% of the time (an average of 4 days per week). For roles with remote consideration: Remote team members still are expected to travel for mandatory in-person gatherings and to fulfill business needs, at least 4 to 6 times per year.
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
accommodations-ext@snap.com
.
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!
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