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# Software Engineer, C++, Level 3

- **Company:** Snap Inc.
- **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $176,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3D Rendering, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, C++ (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface, Cursor, Linux, Programming Tools, DirectX (Software), Eigen (C++ Library), Generalized Linear Model, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, OpenCV, OpenGL, Qt (Software), Scripting, C++14
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=72a0dd4aa0642bf0

## About the Role

* Strong computer science fundamentals
 * Great communication skills; ability to work in a team
 * Knowledge of scripting languages (one of Python orJavaScript)
 * Understanding of Linux/Unix environment and command line tools Hands-on with AI dev tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude Code, Codex or similar)
*, * BS in a technical field or equivalent years of experience 1+ years of industry C++ development experience
*

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with modern C++
 * Technical leadership experience
 * Experience creating developer-facing APIs and libraries
 * Knowledge of Qt framework
 * Experience with rendering APIs such as DirectX, Metal, Vulkan or OpenGL
 * Experience with a 3D rendering engine like Lens Studio, Unity or Unreal
 * Experience with libraries like OpenCV, Eigen and glm. Experience with computer vision, sensors, or machine learning
*

## Description

* Design, develop, and support features for LensCore, the AR engine driving experiences on Specs, Snapchat Lenses and Lens Studio
 * Optimize LensCore engine for Specs
 * Work closely with other teams to bring your features to Lens creators Participate in feature planning and creating technical specifications
*


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