iOS Engineer, Augmented Reality
Snapchat is the camera used by millions of people every day to Snap with family, watch Stories from friends, see events from around the world, and explore expertly curated content from top publishers. In short, we are a passionate team working hard to build the best platform in the world for communication and storytelling. Our Augmented Reality platform team is currently hiring an iOS Engineer. We are looking for an individual with a solid understanding of internal system frameworks and a passion for building high-performance code. Working from our Santa Monica headquarters, you will be responsible for writing software which will run the most successful augmented reality platform in the world.
What you’ll do:
- 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
Minimum qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in developing mobile applications for the iOS environment
- 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
- BS/BA degree in a technical field such as Computer Science (or equivalent years of experience)
Preferred qualifications:
- 5+ years experience with Objective-C and iOS
- Strong knowledge of multithreading and concurrency.
- Solid 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
- Experience with Swift
- Experience with C/C++
- Experience with OpenGL or Metal
- Deep seated desire to create outstanding mobile experiences
- A love for tackling tough technical challenges
- Collaborative mindset
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. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at [email protected].