About the Role
Snap Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, C++ (Graphics) to join our dynamic team in Los Angeles, CA. This role is pivotal in contributing to the rendering engine for Snap Map and Bitmoji, enhancing the visual experience and making Snap more engaging and personalized. You will collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers to prototype and ship new features, balancing performance and visual quality across various devices.
What You'll Do
- Contribute to the development of our rendering engine, focusing on Snap Map and Bitmoji.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, prototype, and ship new product features.
- Create UI and scripting-based tools to empower designers and developers.
- Optimize implementations to adapt from high to low-end devices, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Profound knowledge of 2D and 3D graphics fundamentals, engine architecture, and software/hardware rendering pipelines.
- Proficiency in modern C++ (C++ 14/17/20).
- Experience with rendering APIs (OpenGL, Metal, Vulkan, or DirectX) and shaders (GLSL, MSL, HLSL, compute).
- Ability to handle high levels of ambiguity and engage in iterative design processes.
- Strong independent work ethic with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS/BA in a technical field such as computer science or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of software development experience in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in cross-platform C++ development, particularly for mobile devices.
- Familiarity with geospatial and/or AR techniques for rendering/modeling city environments.
- Experience with modern build systems (Bazel, CMake).
- Knowledge in developing web-based tooling (TypeScript, WebSockets) with a focus on UX.
Our Benefits
Snap Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, mental health support programs, and paid parental leave. Employees also have the opportunity to share in Snap's long-term success through equity in the form of RSUs.
Workplace Policy
Snap Inc. practices a "default together" approach, expecting team members to work in an office 4+ days per week to foster collaboration and innovation.
Snap Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Benefits Extracted with AI
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Mental health support programs
- Equity in the form of RSUs
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