Snap Inc.
Technical Program Manager, Level 5
Snap Inc. is a technology company that believes 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’s three core products are Snapchat, Lens Studio, and its AR glasses, Spectacles.
The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see-through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together.
We’re looking for a
Technical Program Manager (L5)
to join the Specs Software team. You’ll work closely with engineering, product, and design teams to help deliver best-in-class features and software experiences for Snap’s next-generation AR devices.
As a TPM at this level, you will
coordinate cross‑functional software projects , manage schedules and dependencies, and ensure successful delivery of software components that power Snap’s hardware ecosystem. You’ll also support process improvements and communication flows across teams.
What You’ll Do
Partner with feature development teams across OS platforms to plan, track, and deliver high‑quality software releases across technologies such as camera, audio, video, graphics, display, sensors, and firmware.
Drive execution of well‑defined projects by creating schedules, tracking milestones, dependencies, and escalating risks or blockers.
Facilitate meetings, status updates, and documentation to keep stakeholders aligned on progress and decisions.
Support cross‑functional collaboration between hardware, firmware, and application software teams.
Identify and communicate program risks, propose mitigation plans, and follow through to resolution.
Help improve internal software development processes and project tracking methodologies.
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, clear communication, and strong program discipline.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Solid understanding of software development life cycles, tools, and release processes.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel with shifting priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with technical and non‑technical stakeholders and derive needed dependencies.
Collaborative mindset and comfort working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with a strong execution mindset.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
6+ years of experience in technical program or project management within a software or hardware organization.
Familiarity with agile development tools and processes.
Travel locally and internationally as required to support software bring‑ups and validation activities at manufacturing sites or partner facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting programs in consumer electronics or hardware‑software integration.
Exposure to technologies such as camera systems, multimedia software such as video, embedded software. Exposure to AR/VR software is a plus.
Experience working with distributed teams across multiple time zones.
Knowledge of project tracking and version control tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Git).
Accommodation If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Snap is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, 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).
Benefits Snap Inc. offers comprehensive benefits including paid parental leave, medical coverage, mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long‑term success.
Compensation The starting pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): $190,000–$284,000 annually.
Zone B: $181,000–$270,000 annually.
Zone C: $162,000–$241,000 annually.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Software Development
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The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see-through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together.
We’re looking for a
Technical Program Manager (L5)
to join the Specs Software team. You’ll work closely with engineering, product, and design teams to help deliver best-in-class features and software experiences for Snap’s next-generation AR devices.
As a TPM at this level, you will
coordinate cross‑functional software projects , manage schedules and dependencies, and ensure successful delivery of software components that power Snap’s hardware ecosystem. You’ll also support process improvements and communication flows across teams.
What You’ll Do
Partner with feature development teams across OS platforms to plan, track, and deliver high‑quality software releases across technologies such as camera, audio, video, graphics, display, sensors, and firmware.
Drive execution of well‑defined projects by creating schedules, tracking milestones, dependencies, and escalating risks or blockers.
Facilitate meetings, status updates, and documentation to keep stakeholders aligned on progress and decisions.
Support cross‑functional collaboration between hardware, firmware, and application software teams.
Identify and communicate program risks, propose mitigation plans, and follow through to resolution.
Help improve internal software development processes and project tracking methodologies.
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, clear communication, and strong program discipline.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Solid understanding of software development life cycles, tools, and release processes.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel with shifting priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with technical and non‑technical stakeholders and derive needed dependencies.
Collaborative mindset and comfort working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with a strong execution mindset.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
6+ years of experience in technical program or project management within a software or hardware organization.
Familiarity with agile development tools and processes.
Travel locally and internationally as required to support software bring‑ups and validation activities at manufacturing sites or partner facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting programs in consumer electronics or hardware‑software integration.
Exposure to technologies such as camera systems, multimedia software such as video, embedded software. Exposure to AR/VR software is a plus.
Experience working with distributed teams across multiple time zones.
Knowledge of project tracking and version control tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Git).
Accommodation If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Snap is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, 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).
Benefits Snap Inc. offers comprehensive benefits including paid parental leave, medical coverage, mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long‑term success.
Compensation The starting pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): $190,000–$284,000 annually.
Zone B: $181,000–$270,000 annually.
Zone C: $162,000–$241,000 annually.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Software Development
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