# Human Factors Research Technologist (Fixed Term, 12 Months) at Snap

- Company: Snap
- What the company does: Chat, send Snaps, explore Stories, and try Lenses on desktop, or download the app on mobile! See how to connect & create with friends on Snapchat, wherever you are. Backed by General Catalyst, Kleiner Perkins and Lightspeed.
- Company website: https://www.snapchat.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Los Angeles, California
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $130K to $196K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-25
- Apply by: 2026-11-09
- Apply: https://snapchat.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/snap/job/Los-Angeles-California/Human-Factors-Specialist--Fixed-Term--12-Months-_R0046429
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/snap-human-factors-research-technologist-fixed-term-12-months/

## About the role

As a Human Factors Specialist, you will develop and apply human-centered research methods, objective measurement systems, and rapid prototyping techniques to improve the comfort, fit, wearability, and user experience of next-generation Augmented Reality devices. Working closely with Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, and User Research, you will translate human insights into measurable engineering requirements and product improvements.

## What they're looking for

- Strong grounding in human factors, ergonomics, biomechanics, wearability, anthropometry, and human-centered research methods
- Expertise in designing and executing quantitative and qualitative human-subject studies, including experimental design, protocol development, and data interpretation
- Strong analytical and statistical skills with the ability to process, visualize, interpret, and communicate complex experimental datasets
- Strong understanding of engineering characterization, measurement systems, laboratory instrumentation, and objective evaluation techniques for physical products
- Demonstrated ability to develop, calibrate, and validate novel experimental methods, custom measurement systems, and engineering test protocols
- Hands-on experience designing, fabricating, instrumenting, and troubleshooting wearable prototypes, laboratory fixtures, and research hardware