Software Engineer

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.

The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see-through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together.

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join the Spectacles team at Snap Inc!

What you’ll do:

• Lead or participate in the design, architecture and implementation of device calibration software and process to support both prototype and large scale production phase

• Design and implement software or system development components at all device or component calibration steps, e.g. multi-cam calibration, visual-inertial calibration, sensor synchronization, influence and reliability testing etc

• Onsite support for factory activities (hardware bringup, factory test integration), Participate in design reviews, code review with peers and stakeholders to create reliable solutions

• Collaborate with computer vision and mechanical engineers on calibration station designs

• Analyze and integrate existing calibration algorithms for highest efficiency in terms of accuracy and throughput

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge in C++

• Comfortable with large code bases, code reviews and version control (git)

• Basic skills to work with mechanical and robotic installations

• Excellent communication skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams

• Ability to travel internationally and to travel 50% of the time to factory near Taipei
  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• BSc in a relevant technical field such as computer science or electrical engineering or equivalent years of experience

• 7+ years of experience in native software development (C++)

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Camera, IMU, sensor fusing, graphics and display, with a view towards writing performant and energy efficient solutions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters, PhD, or industrial experience in a relevant engineering discipline

• Practical experience contributing to the design, validation, and transfer-to-mass-production phase for consumer electronic devices

• Ability to use Python for scripting, automation of build/test processes, and developer productivity tools.

• Experience in one of the following areas: Robotics, Mechanics, Actuators, High-speed Cameras, Camera Calibration

• Solid knowledge of computer vision fundamentals such as distortion models, optimization, 3D geometry and Linear algebra

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.

"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. 

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.

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!