iOS Engineer, Augmented Reality
Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
We're looking for iOS Engineers to join Team Snapchat! 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 Los Angeles, CA 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
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong CS fundamentals (algorithms and data structures) and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of software design patterns and iOS best practices
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
Minimum Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in developing mobile applications for the iOS environment
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
Proficiency with multithreading and performance optimization techniques for iOS
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. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at [email protected].