Software Engineer, Backend, Level 4

Snap Inc.

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Santa Monica, CA · Bellevue, WA · Los Angeles, CA · New York, NY Posted today $157,000–$235,000 / year

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $164k

This role $196k

$103k most similar roles pay here $249k

This role pays more than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $135,000–$192,050 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $196k versus about $164k for comparable roles.

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About Snap Inc.

Snap Inc. is a technology and camera company, best known for Snapchat, offering visual communication, augmented reality, and advertising products.

Snap Inc. currently has 55 open roles on FindRole.

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At a glance

TL;DR

As a Level 4 Backend Engineer at Snap Inc., you will join a dynamic team focused on developing and maintaining critical backend systems. Your primary responsibilities include enhancing security, optimizing networking and data storage solutions, and integrating machine learning and natural language processing tools. You will work with distributed systems to ensure high performance and reliability across the platform. The ideal candidate has experience with technologies such as Python, Java, or C++, along with a strong understanding of databases like MySQL and NoSQL options. This role involves tackling complex challenges in a fast-paced environment where you’ll contribute to Snap’s mission of connecting people through innovative technology.

Skills

Python Docker Kubernetes AWS CI/CD PostgreSQL Redis MongoDB GraphQL REST gRPC Cassandra Distributed Systems Machine Learning Natural Language Processing

What you'll do

Design and implement secure backend systems.
Develop scalable networking solutions for distributed environments.
Create efficient data storage mechanisms to support large datasets.
Integrate machine learning models into production backend services.
Enhance natural language processing tools within the company’s products.

What we're looking for

Experience working with distributed systems.
Proficiency in security, networking, and data storage technologies.
Expertise in machine learning and natural language processing tools.
Strong background in backend software engineering.
Knowledge of relevant programming languages and frameworks.
Ability to design scalable and efficient system architectures.

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