Snap Inc

Software Engineer, iOS, Level 5

Snap Inc • $209K — $313K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven understanding of Objective-C runtime and related processes.
  • Knowledge of OS internals and mobile system optimization.
  • Experience in multithreading and performance optimization for iOS.
  • Strong fundamentals in algorithms, data structures, and problem-solving.
  • Familiarity with software design patterns and iOS best practices.
  • Proficient in leveraging AI tools for development and able to audit their output effectively.
  • Adaptability to evolving AI systems and modern development practices.

Responsibilities

  • Create and enhance high-performance mobile apps.
  • Build stable and smooth new products.
  • Design, architect, and implement tested Objective-C software for Snapchat
  • Conceptualize, develop, and launch new features.
  • Evaluate technical tradeoffs in design decisions.
  • Collaborate with design teams on UI and infrastructure.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and performance.
  • Utilize AI tools to develop scalable services with high code standards.

Benefits

  • Paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive medical coverage
  • Emotional and mental health support programs
  • Long-term compensation packages tied to company success.
Full Job Description
We\'re looking for a Software Engineer, iOS to join Snap Inc!

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
  • 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


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • 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


Minimum Qualifications:
  • 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


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


\"Default Together\" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a \"default together\" approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we\'ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and 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!

Compensation

In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate\'s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position.These pay zones may be modified in the future.

Zone A (CA, WA, NYC):
The base salary range for this position is $209,000-$313,000 annually.

Zone B:
The base salary range for this position is $199,000-$297,000 annually.

Zone C:
The base salary range for this position is $178,000-$266,000 annually.

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

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About Snap Inc

Snap Inc. is a camera and social media company. It was founded in 2011 by Evan Spiegel, Bobby Murphy, and Reggie Brown. The company is known for its Snapchat app, which allows users to send photos and videos that disappear after being viewed. Snap Inc. is headquartered in Santa Monica, California and has offices around the world. The company went public in 2017 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Learn more about Snap Inc
Size
5,661 employees
Market Cap
$13.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$944.8 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+59.1%
Revenue
$2.5 billion
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