Electrical Validation Engineer, Level 4

Location: Los Angeles, Canada

Department: Spectacles

Employment Type: Full time

About Snap Inc

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.

About the Role

Snap Inc is a camera company that believes augmented reality will transform how people connect and experience the world. Our Spectacles team is pioneering next-generation AR glasses that overlay computing on reality, pushing the boundaries of camera technology to empower authentic expression and immersive storytelling. Join our world-class R&D team in Spectacles as an Electrical Validation Engineer, Level 4, where you'll play a key role in validating hardware that brings AR to life, ensuring our innovative prototypes deliver seamless performance in power, signals, and camera integration. In this hands-on role, you'll execute validation tests on electrical prototypes for AR glasses, set up advanced test benches with custom fixtures for camera subsystems, and analyze data to uncover insights on signal integrity and power efficiency critical to AR experiences. You'll debug complex issues alongside senior engineers, develop automation scripts to streamline testing, and collaborate across design, firmware, and software teams to resolve problems that enhance Spectacles' real-world AR capabilities. Your work will directly contribute to characterizing performance under diverse conditions, ensuring our hardware innovations meet the high standards of Snapchat's creative ecosystem. We're seeking a self-motivated engineer with a foundational grasp of electrical principles and 5+ years in hardware validation, passionate about AR and camera tech. Thrive in our dynamic, 'Default Together' culture where in-office collaboration 4+ days a week fuels creativity and rapid iteration. At Snap, diverse teams drive innovation—apply your technical prowess and problem-solving mindset to help shape the future of AR eyewear. Base salary ranges from $133,000-$235,000 annually depending on zone, plus equity and comprehensive benefits.

What You'll Do

• Perform hands-on validation tests of electrical hardware prototypes, subsystems, and integrated AR glasses using lab equipment
• Assist in setting up and configuring validation test benches, including custom fixtures for camera and AR components
• Collect and organize test data, performing initial analysis to identify trends or deviations in power, signal integrity, and AR performance
• Support debugging of hardware and system-level issues in Spectacles prototypes by isolating problems and reproducing failures
• Accurately document test procedures, results, observations, and bug reports for AR hardware innovation
• Develop and improve simple test scripts and automation routines for efficient data collection in camera validation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in design, firmware, software, and test engineering to resolve issues in AR glasses
• Independently characterize electrical parameters like power consumption, signal integrity, and timing under various conditions
• Contribute to performance characterization of camera sensors and AR overlays in real-world scenarios
• Actively learn new validation methodologies, tools, and hardware technologies relevant to AR and camera innovation

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant technical field
• 5+ years of experience in electrical hardware validation, test engineering, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers, or FPGAs
• Experience with common lab test and measurement equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, function generators)
• Basic proficiency with scripting languages for test automation (e.g., Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
• Good understanding of firmware/software interaction with hardware
• Ability to travel internationally up to 20%

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Ability to specify and select test equipment for lab improvements
• Familiarity with common high-speed interfaces (e.g., USB, PCIe, DDR, MIPI)
• Experience validating hardware for AR, camera systems, or wearable devices
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Foundational understanding of electrical engineering principles including digital/analog circuits and power electronics
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and function generators
• Basic signal integrity concepts and analysis
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW for test automation
• Experience debugging hardware in lab environments
• Understanding of firmware/software-hardware interactions
• Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication for technical reporting
• Self-motivation and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced team
• Familiarity with AR hardware or camera validation techniques
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams on innovative projects
• Analytical skills for data trends and failure reproduction
• Adaptability to new tools and methodologies in AR tech
• Precision in documentation and bug reporting
• Team collaboration in creative, high-innovation environments

Our Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Emotional and mental health support programs
• Competitive compensation packages with equity in the form of RSUs
• 401(k) matching and financial wellness programs
• Flexible paid time off and wellness stipends
• Onsite fitness centers and catered meals at Snap offices
• Professional development opportunities and learning stipends
• "Default Together" policy fostering collaborative in-office culture 4+ days per week

Compensation

$157,000-$235,000 annually

This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.

"Default Together" Policy: At Snap Inc, we practice a "default together" approach and expect team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.