Hardware Lab Technician

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’s three core products are Snapchat ( , a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio ( , an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles ( .

Spectacles is home to our hardware products with a world-class research & development team. We are focused on pushing the boundaries of what a camera can be, specifically overlaying computing on the real world. Next Generation Spectacles ( are our first pair of glasses that bring augmented reality to life.

We’re looking for a Hardware Lab Technician to join the Spectacles team at Snap Inc!

What you’ll do:

• Support a team of Audio, Thermal, and other hardware engineers in a fast-paced R&D environment

• Perform acoustic and thermal testing and characterization of next-generation wearable devices using equipment including microphones, speakers, thermocouples, anechoic/thermal test chambers, DAQs, and IR Cameras.

• Follow operating procedures to set up, perform measurements, and collect data on a range of equipment including connecting necessary equipment and sensors, executing test scripts, and reporting data to engineering teams.

• Clearly track, prioritize, & execute multiple competing requests with minimal supervision, based on customer requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to conduct device test setup, data collection, and compile/communicate results

• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions, schematics, procedures, and technical diagrams accurately.

• Ability to quickly learn new equipment and operating procedures

• Ability to configure, troubleshoot, and modify prototypes, test equipment, and fixtures

• Knowledge of Python, Matlab, or other test scripting and automation tools

• Mastery of common office productivity software and ability to configure and maintain Mac/Windows computers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A.S., B.S., or technical training related to a science or engineering field, or equivalent additional related professional experience.

• 3+ years laboratory technician experience.

• Must be able to actively work in a lab environment, lift/move up to 50lbs, sit/stand for extended time periods, and conduct repetitive tasks using hands, wrists, and arms.

• This role requires 5 days a week in person presence at our Santa Monica office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S in a science or engineering field

• 5+ years laboratory experience working with consumer electronics

• Industry experience with Acoustic test and measurement and/or audio recording and production.

• Experience with Thermal test and measurement.

• Demonstrated technical aptitude and fast hands-on learner for hands-on fabrication, assembly, trouble-shooting and problem-solving around hardware, software, and equipment

• Experience with Python, MATLAB or other test scripting and automation tools.

• Experience with SoundCheck, Audio Precision and HBK measurement tools.

• Experience operating metrology equipment (Keyence, Instron, etc.)

• Hands-on experience performing PCB & component reworks and soldering on electronic devices

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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.

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The base salary range for this position is $89,000-$133,000 annually.

Zone B ( :

The base salary range for this position is $85,000-$126,000 annually.

Zone C ( :

The base salary range for this position is $76,000-$113,000 annually.

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

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