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Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Maps Developer Platform

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Niantic

Niantic

501-1,000 employees

Develops augmented reality games and experiences

VR & AR
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$222.3k - $247kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Benefits

Senior

Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Requires in-office presence in Sunnyvale, CA for 2 days a week (Tuesday and Wednesday).

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
Java
Docker
Quality Assurance (QA)
AWS
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on server backend service and data pipelines.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C++, or Python.
  • Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
  • Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid 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 ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including asynchronous interactions with others.
Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain scalable map data pipelines for processing data from diverse sources into servable formats for various levels of details.
  • Innovate and maintain services and APIs for delivering POIs and semantic map data according to customers' needs.
  • Collaborate with various teams and stakeholders to weave services into their offerings, providing support with data analysis and ongoing maintenance.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and coaching to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
  • Drive code reviews, maintain high coding standards, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes.
  • Oversee the entire product release cycle, including QA testing, load testing, and the establishment of metrics, monitoring, and alerts.
  • Troubleshoot and optimize performance for map-related services to ensure seamless user experiences.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional team members and stakeholders, including regular and reliable attendance and participation in meetings.

Niantic creates augmented reality (AR) experiences that combine the digital and real worlds, encouraging users to explore and interact with their environment. Their popular AR games, such as Pokémon GO and Ingress, engage millions of players globally by promoting outdoor activity and social interaction. The company generates revenue through in-app purchases, partnerships with local businesses, and branded merchandise. Niantic's Lightship platform serves as a powerful AR engine, enabling both their games and other developers to create immersive applications. The goal of Niantic is to enhance real-world experiences through technology, fostering a sense of community and exploration among users.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$780M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Niantic's popular AR games like Pokémon GO have a massive global user base, ensuring a steady stream of revenue from in-app purchases and sponsorships.
  • The launch of new features and events, such as the Shared Skies season and the introduction of Gigantamax Pokémon, keeps the user base engaged and attracts new players.
  • Their new 'Studio' interface for web-based XR development and 3D creation opens up additional opportunities for innovation and revenue.

What critics are saying

  • The AR gaming market is highly competitive, with new entrants potentially diluting Niantic's market share.
  • Dependence on the success of a few flagship games like Pokémon GO could pose a risk if user interest wanes.

What makes Niantic unique

  • Niantic's focus on augmented reality games that encourage outdoor activity and social interaction sets it apart from traditional mobile gaming companies.
  • Their Lightship platform not only powers their own games but also provides a revenue stream by enabling other developers to create AR applications.
  • Niantic's strategic partnerships with companies like Google Play and 100 Thieves enhance their market presence and offer unique in-game experiences.