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# Software Engineer, Specs Lenses C++, Level 5

- **Company:** Snap Inc.
- **Location:** Bellevue, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $209,000 - $313,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Software Quality, Code Review, Cursor, Github, Python (Programming Language), Qt (Software), Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Scripting, Claude Code, Multi-Agent Systems, Prompt Engineering, Agentic-AI, Information Technology, Build Tools, Real-time Rendering, Unreal Engine, Jenkins
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3487407543&tx=JL2923FFG&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Strong computer science fundamentals and problem-solving skills
 * Strong proficiency in C++ and experience with modern C++ development
 * Experience with scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript
 * Great communication skills; ability to work in a team and lead by example
 * Pragmatic engineering judgment, with the ability to balance iteration speed, reliability, maintainability, and security
 * Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, Codex, or similar
 * Understanding of AI systems and agentic workflows
 * Focus on engineering quality, including testing, maintainability, and performance, * BS in a technical field such as computer science or equivalent years of experience
 * 6+ years of post-Bachelor's software development experience; or Master's degree in a technical field + 3+ year of post-grad software development experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field, * Experience designing or integrating agentic systems, including tool use, context management, evaluation, reliability, or integration into developer workflows
 * Experience with multi-agent systems, agent harness engineering, context engineering, or building tools and ecosystems for AI agents
 * Experience integrating AI or agentic capabilities into production developer workflows or software systems
 * Experience with a 3D engine such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or a comparable real-time rendering platform
 * Experience with build systems and developer infrastructure such as CMake, Conan, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar
 * Experience with Qt, ImGui, or similar frameworks for building cross-platform desktop software
 * Experience with JavaScript engines, embedded runtimes, or frameworks used to execute and integrate user-provided code
 * Experience working on large or complex codebases

## Description

* Design, develop, and support features for Lens Engine and Lens Studio, enabling AR experiences across Snapchat and Specs
 * Build, integrate, and improve agentic development workflows and tooling
 * Contribute to technical roadmap planning, architecture decisions, and technical specifications
 * Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical discussions
 * Collaborate with cross-functional partners across product, design, and engineering
 * Contribute to improving code quality, reliability, performance, and developer productivity