Software Engineer, Infrastructure

Meta is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join their Infrastructure team, focusing on building large distributed components that power Facebook's core systems. The role involves working with systems that handle millions of requests per second with sub-second latency in a fault-tolerant manner. The team is responsible for Facebook-scale data storage, synchronization and coordination of large server clusters, and providing runtime environments for frontend code.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in backend development with at least 2 years of experience in building large-scale infrastructure systems. They should be comfortable working with languages like C/C++, Java, PHP, and Hack, and have experience with scripting languages such as Python and JavaScript. The role requires someone who can work independently on medium to large features and has a track record of shipping high-quality, reliable systems.

At Meta, you'll be part of a team that's shaping the future of social technology, moving beyond traditional 2D screens toward immersive experiences in AR and VR. The company offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonuses, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about tackling complexity and building platforms that scale through multiple orders of magnitude.