Software Engineer, iOS, Level 5

Overview

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 core products are Snapchat, Lens Studio, and Spectacles.

Snap Engineering builds fun and technically sophisticated products that reach hundreds of millions of Snap chatters around the world. We’re committed to the well-being of our global community and follow values that emphasize speed, precision, and privacy.

We’re looking for a Software Engineer, iOS to join Snap Inc.

• 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

• 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

• 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
• Experience with iOS application development

• Experience with Objective-C and iOS
• Experience with Swift
• Experience with C/C++ and with OpenGL or Metal

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please provide information via the form linked in the original posting.

Default Together policy:
Snap practices a default together approach and expects team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or 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 laws.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

Our benefits 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.

In the United States, work locations have pay zones that determine salary ranges. Starting pay is based on skills, experience, qualifications, location, and market conditions and may be negotiable within the salary range.

Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): base salary range $209,000-$313,000 annually.

Zone B: base salary range $199,000-$297,000 annually.

Zone C: base salary range $178,000-$266,000 annually.

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

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