Software Engineer - C++

Snap Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Greater London is seeking a passionate C++ software engineer to join their Spectacles team. The role involves creating developer-facing APIs for augmented reality and maintaining software for AR glasses. Candidates should possess strong C++ skills, experience with embedded systems, and a background in software development. Competitive benefits will be provided, along with a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive medical coverage

Emotional and mental health support programs

Qualifications

• Extensive software development experience.
• Proficiency in programming C and C++ on Linux-based platforms.
• Experience with debuggers, build systems, and version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Create developer-facing APIs for augmented reality technologies.
• Implement software for AR glasses in a compute-constrained environment.
• Work across teams to define product requirements and solutions.

Skills

C++ programming

API design

Debugging and code improvement

Strong communication skills

Education

BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Linux-based platforms

Git

Job description

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 home to our hardware products with a world‑class research & development team. We are focused on pushing the boundaries of what a camera can be, specifically overlaying computing on the real world. Next Generation Spectacles are our first pair of glasses that bring augmented reality to life.

We’re looking for a C++ software engineer with a passion for AR to join the Spectacles team at Snap Inc!

What you’ll do:

• Create developer‑facing APIs and integrate ground‑breaking computer vision and machine learning technologies that enable teams to build envelope‑pushing experiences on Spectacles
• Implement and maintain software running on AR glasses in a compute‑constrained embedded environment
• Work across teams to understand product requirements, evaluate trade‑offs, and deliver the solutions needed to build innovative products
• Evaluate, appropriately test, and debug your work, striving for high quality

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge in C++
• Strong understanding of API design
• Ability to independently execute on medium sized features, taking a few weeks and multiple PRs to complete
• Ability to understand, debug and improve existing code
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in a technical field such as Computer Science or equivalent years of experience
• Extensive software development experience
• Proficiency in programming C and C++ on Linux‑based platforms
• Experience with debuggers, build systems, and version control systems (git)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience writing developer facing APIs
• Experience working with high performance embedded systems

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!