Software Engineer, Audio SWE

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses through social platforms and immersive AR/VR experiences.
$70,670 - $208,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
AR/VR

Description For Software Engineer, Audio SWE

Meta is seeking experienced Audio Software Engineers to join their product teams, specifically focusing on AR/VR technology and social connectivity platforms. This role at Meta offers an exciting opportunity to work on audio processing and frameworks that impact billions of users worldwide. As an Audio Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and improving audio technologies across Meta's family of apps, including work on codecs and network-related optimizations.

The position requires strong expertise in C++ programming and audio software engineering, particularly in real-time communication applications. You'll be working at the intersection of audio signal processing and software engineering, contributing to Meta's mission of connecting people through technology. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $70,670 to $208,000 annually, plus additional benefits including bonuses and equity.

Located in Redmond, WA, you'll be part of Facebook Reality Labs, working on cutting-edge AR/VR technology. The role combines technical challenges in audio processing with the opportunity to impact products used by billions of people. You'll collaborate with both product and research teams, requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to work across disciplines.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced software engineers with audio expertise who want to work on large-scale, complex technical problems. The position offers the chance to contribute to next-generation communication technologies and be part of Meta's evolution beyond traditional social media into immersive experiences. The role provides a unique blend of technical challenge, scale, and impact, making it an attractive opportunity for those interested in audio technology and its application in social platforms.

Last updated 9 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer, Audio SWE

  • R&D in the areas of general audio processing/framework, audio codecs, and network related loss/jitter compensation
  • Identify areas of scalability, performance, quality and reliability improvement across the stack
  • Collaborate closely with both product and research teams to deploy new audio technologies as-a-service and as-a-platform

Requirements For Software Engineer, Audio SWE

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 5+ years software development experience in industry settings
  • 3+ years in relevant audio software engineering experience including audio software for video conferencing or other real-time communication applications
  • C or C++ experience, including use of C++11/14/17 features
  • Demonstrated communication skills and experience working across disciplines

Benefits For Software Engineer, Audio SWE

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Base salary + bonus + equity + benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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