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About the Role

Snap Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer, iOS to create and refine high-performance mobile apps, build new products, and design/architect Objective-C software for Snapchat's camera experiences. The role involves evaluating technical tradeoffs, collaborating with the Design team, conducting code reviews, and utilizing AI tools for scalable service development.

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

Requirements

• 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.
• Adaptability in learning and applying evolving AI systems and tools to remain at the forefront of engineering trends and modern development practices
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field such as computer science or equivalent years of practical work experience
• 2+ years of post-Bachelor’s software development experience; or Master’s degree in a technical field + 1+ year of post-grad software development experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field
• Experience with iOS application development

Skills

• Objective-C
• iOS
• Swift
• C/C++
• OpenGL
• Metal
• AI tools

Location

• Zone A (CA, WA, NYC)
• Zone B
• Zone C

Work Type

• Office (4+ days per week)

Experience Level

• 2+ years of post-Bachelor’s software development experience
• Master’s degree in a technical field + 1+ year of post-grad software development experience
• PhD in a relevant technical field

Education Level

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field such as computer science
• Master's degree in a technical field
• PhD in a relevant technical field

Salary/Compensations

• Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): $157,000-$235,000 annually
• Zone B: $149,000-$223,000 annually
• Zone C: $133,000-$200,000 annually

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Emotional and mental health support programs
• Compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success (RSUs)

About the Company

• Snap Inc. is a technology company focused on improving how people live and communicate through the camera.
• The Company operates Snapchat, Specs Inc., Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.
• Snap Engineering teams build technically sophisticated products reaching hundreds of millions of users daily.
• The company values speed, precision, and privacy.
• Snap Inc. believes that being together in person helps build culture, reinforce values, and foster collaboration.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).