Software Engineer, C++, Level IV

Snap Inc.

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Work type: On-site
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Salary: $157,000–$235,000 / yr
Posted: 1 day ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Software Engineer, C++, Level IV

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As a Software Engineer, C++, Level 4, you will join the Specs Lens Platform team to design, develop, and support features for LensCore, the core augmented reality engine powering experiences on Specs hardware, Snapchat Lenses, and Lens Studio. You will be responsible for optimizing the LensCore engine, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver features to creators, and participating in technical specification planning. The role requires proficiency in C++, Linux/Unix environments, command line tools, and scripting languages like Python or JavaScript. Candidates should possess experience with rendering APIs such as DirectX, Metal, Vulkan, or OpenGL, or familiarity with 3D engines like Unity or Unreal. Additional preferred skills include knowledge of the Qt framework, OpenCV, Eigen, and glm libraries, alongside experience with AI-assisted development tools to solve complex problems in the augmented reality space.

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Skills

C++ Python JavaScript Linux Unix DirectX Metal Vulkan OpenGL Unity Qt OpenCV Eigen glm Machine Learning Computer Vision Augmented Reality

What you'll do

Design, develop, and support features for the LensCore AR engine.
Optimize the LensCore engine specifically for use on Specs hardware.
Create technical specifications and participate in feature planning.
Develop developer-facing APIs and libraries to support content creators.
Implement advanced augmented reality experiences across Snapchat and Lens Studio.
Utilize AI development tools to assist in the design and implementation process.

What we're looking for

BS in a technical field or equivalent years of experience.
2+ years of industry C++ development experience.
Experience with rendering APIs (DirectX, Metal, Vulkan, OpenGL), 3D engines (Lens Studio, Unity, Unreal), or computer vision/machine learning.
Strong computer science fundamentals and great communication skills.
Knowledge of scripting languages like Python or JavaScript.
Understanding of Linux/Unix environment and command line tools.
Hands-on experience with AI development tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, or Codex.
Experience with modern C++, technical leadership, Qt framework, or libraries like OpenCV, Eigen, and glm (preferred); experience with developer-facing APIs (preferred).

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