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Software Engineering

Niantic

Saas

501-1000

San Francisco, CA, USA

About the job

Overview:

Niantic’s AR Web / 8th Wall Team is seeking an adventurous Software Engineer, Web/Full Stack. We seek engineers with strong technical background, great execution, and self-starter mentality. The ideal candidate loves to jump into the unknown, clarify ambiguities, quickly learn from failures, and break down vague ideas into concrete tasks.
Responsibilities

Architect and implement web features in Javascript/Typescript.
Build AR experiences & mini-games targeting Head-Mounted Display (HMD) devices.
Build developer toolings and SDKs to turbocharge HMD AR development on the Web.
Build backend services for our HMD products.
Collaborate between web, design, and product teams to ensure the goals of the product are aligned with the delivered feature or service.
Participate in code reviews, write unit tests, and conduct troubleshooting to ensure uptime for live systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional team members and stakeholders to cultivate strong working relationships with project team members, including regular and reliable attendance and participation in meetings.
Required in-office 5 days a week Monday - Friday in our Palo Alto office.

Qualifications

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, or a related technical field.
Proficiency in JavaScript / Typescript and the Node ecosystem.
Proficiency in 3D graphics and rendering (ThreeJS, WebGL, OpenGL).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle stress appropriately and/or ability to solve practical problems and be sufficiently adaptable to handle dynamic situations with little advance notice.
Experience working on cross-functional teams with ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including synchronous interactions with others.

Plus If...

Experience building websites that are cross-device and browser compatible.
Experience building custom game engines.
Experience building AR experiences on HMD such as Meta Quest devices.
Experience building games.