Software Engineer, iOS

Responsibilities

• Create and refine high performance mobile apps that push the limits of mobile technology
• Build fun, new products that are very stable and run smoothly
• Design, architect and implement well-tested Objective-C software which powers experiences in Snapchat’s camera
• Conceptualize, develop, and launch new features
• Carefully evaluate the technical tradeoffs of every decision
• Work with the Design team to hone in on the best UI and infrastructure practices
• Carry out code reviews to guarantee code quality
• Utilize AI tools and high velocity engineering workflows to design and ship scalable services while upholding rigorous standards for code correctness, security, and production ready quality code

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field such as computer science or equivalent years of practical work experience
• 6+ years of post-Bachelor’s software development experience; or Master’s degree in a technical field + 5+ year of post-grad software development experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field +2+ years of post-grad software development experience
• Proven understanding of Objective-C Runtime and processes which run "under the hood"
• Knowledge of the OS internals, compilers, optimization for low-power and mobile systems
• Proficiency with multithreading and performance optimization techniques for iOS
• Strong CS fundamentals (algorithms and data structures) and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of software design patterns and iOS best practices
• Proficiency in, or a strong aptitude for, leveraging AI tools to streamline development, paired with the critical judgment to audit generated output for architectural integrity, performance bottlenecks, and security risks.