Senior Software Engineer, Niantic Labs

Senior Software Engineer, Niantic Labs

Company Niantic Labs
Job title Senior Software Engineer
Job location Palo Alto, CA, USA
Type Full Time

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.
  • Shape the technical direction of our product based on Product Requirement Documents.
  • Mentor team members to grow their technical capabilities.
  • 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.

Requirements & Skills:

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum 5 years of working experience developing web applications / 3d games.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript / Typescript and the Node ecosystem.
  • Proficiency in 3D graphics and rendering (e.g. 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 the ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including synchronous interactions with others.

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