Embedded Software Engineer, Power, Level 5
Snapchat· Social Media· Oct 8, 2026 · 20d ago
San Diego, California
In office
Full-time
Senior
$209K–$313K
6+ years exp
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 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.
Specs Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Snap Inc. dedicated to making computing more human. The company develops Specs, advanced eyewear that seamlessly integrates digital experiences into the physical world.
Specs feature see-through lenses that place digital objects directly into three-dimensional space, powered by Snap OS, a proprietary, context-aware operating system designed for natural interaction with your hands and voice.
Specs Inc. also provides Lens Studio, a full suite of advanced developer tools that powers immersive augmented reality experiences across Specs, Snapchat, and other services.
We re looking for an Embedded Engineer to join the SPECS team!
What you’ll do:
Lead or participate in the design, architecture and implementation of embedded software in both prototype and shipping consumer products
Design and implement software or system development components at all layers of the system, e.g. kernel, synchronization primitives, resource allocators, memory management, security, I/O systems, persistence, Camera, Audio etc
Participate in design reviews, code review with peers and stakeholders to create reliable solutions
Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessor, and microcontroller fundamentals (caches, buses, memory controllers, DMA, etc.)
Software Development process skills including: source control, bug tracking, and design documentation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to read schematics and component data sheets
Strong analytical and software debugging skills
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor s Degree in computer science or electrical engineering or equivalent years of experience
6 years of experience with embedded software development and ARM architecture
Proficiency programming in C or C
Experience in one or more of the following areas: BSP/Board Support Package, Operating Systems, Linux Embedded OS, Graphics, Camera, Audio and Display, with a view towards writing performant and energy efficient solutions
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in power/performance optimizations, including Linux kernel, driver, and user space applications.
Understanding of hardware design, ability to read schematics
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).
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!
Compensation
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC) :
The base salary range for this position is $209,000-$313,000 annually.
Zone B :
The base salary range for this position is $199,000-$297,000 annually.
Zone C :
The base salary range for this position is $178,000-$266,000 annually.
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
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