Spectacles Student Worker - Software Engineering - Graphics

Snap
Wien, Austria
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Augmented Reality Bash Shell CMake Computer Programming Software Debugging Linux OpenGL Shading Language OpenGL Software Engineering Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) Gpu Programming
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Git Information Technology

Requirements

  • Strong computer science fundamentals
  • Knowledge of GPU programming and GPU architecture
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and software debugging skills
  • Ability to collaborate with other engineers and across different teams

Minimum Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a MS or PhD program in a technical field, such as Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

  • You must be legally permitted to work in Austria as a student

  • Proficiency in programming C/C++ for Linux-based platforms
  • Good knowledge of graphics APIs (Vulkan/OpenGL) and shader programming (GLSL)
  • Comfortable working with a Linux terminal (e.g., Bash), * Experience with debugging and optimizing GPU workloads
  • Interest in working with embedded and resource constrained systems
  • Positive attitude and willing to learn and contribute in the area of augmented reality devices
  • Experience with Git, CMake, working on Linux, and embedded systems

About the company

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 operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.

We are looking for a Software Engineering PhD or MS student to join our student worker program at Snap Inc

What you’ll do:

The Spectacles student employment is a full-time position for the duration of 3 to 6 months. We aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Your start date is flexible and can be arranged together with the hiring manager.

As a student worker you will work on the CoreOS team to help us develop cutting edge AR experiences for future Spectacles. CoreOS team’s mission is to develop OS level features for Spectacles such as graphics, power, storage solutions, interprocess communications and more.

Additionally, you will:

  • Tackle technical challenges across the graphics and display stack of Spectacles
  • Produce high-performance code that will have a direct impact on Snap products and technology
  • Collaborate closely with a mentor and fellow team members on a student worker project, “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!

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