Embedded Software/Firmware Test Engineer
Quality Assurance
Washington, DC, USA · Remote
USD 133k-235k / year + Equity
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 Software/Firmware Engineer to join the Spectacles team!
What you’ll do
Develop embedded software and firmware for micro-display systems, display chips, and related tools with clear ownership scope across implementation, integration, validation, and release
Design, implement, and validate software features for display ASICs, modules, microcontrollers, and host-side tools
Set up, maintain, and improve embedded software and firmware build environments, build flows, and development tooling for efficient validation and release
Build test plans and test code to verify new features before release to production and partner teams
Work across emulator, board, and silicon environments to debug and validate system behavior, with strong focus on hardware debuggability, root-cause analysis, and issue isolation at the system level
Collaborate closely with software, firmware, ASIC, EE, and production teams to bring up and verify new hardware and software features
Develop and maintain tools, libraries, interfaces, and build workflows used by internal teams for validation, debugging, and production enablement
Investigate issues across software, firmware, tools, and hardware, and drive root-cause analysis through resolution
Create clear bug reports and Jira tickets for issues related to software, firmware, tools, and hardware interactions
Document software flows, build/setup procedures, test procedures, board/tool usage, and user-facing interfaces for internal developers and partner teams
Contribute to code reviews and help improve code quality, testability, maintainability, and build reliability across software, firmware, and tooling
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python; C# experience is a plus
Strong understanding of embedded systems, including boards, chips, interfaces, software/firmware interactions, and system-level debuggability
Experience setting up and maintaining build environments, build tools, and development workflows for embedded software, firmware, and related tools
Experience working across hardware and software boundaries, including bring-up, debugging, and validation
Familiarity with communication interfaces such as USB, I2C/I3C, SPI, UART, MIPI, SWD, and PCIe
Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams including EE, ASIC, production, and software partners
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills in complex multi-component systems
Experience using AI-assisted engineering tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, or similar tools to improve productivity and development velocity
Great interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively through written, verbal, and visual communication
Minimum Qualifications
BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in embedded software or firmware development
Experience developing in C/C++ and Python for embedded systems, firmware, or system-level tools
Experience debugging hardware/software integration issues in embedded or consumer electronics systems
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing software or firmware for display, imaging, or other consumer-electronics systems
Experience with small microcontrollers such as ARM or RISC-V
Experience developing firmware in C/C++ on RTOS or non-RTOS systems
Experience with board bring-up, chip validation, and system-level debugging
Experience building internal tools, validation frameworks, or automation for embedded development workflows
Experience identifying issues across hardware, firmware, and software in mass-produced consumer devices
Knowledge of micro-display systems, video standards, and related protocols such as MIPI, HDMI, and DisplayPort
Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
Self-starter who can organize complex issues, drive them to closure, and operate effectively in ambiguous environments
Passion for Snapchat and creativity
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.
"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.
The base salary range for this position is $157,000-$235,000 annually.
