Software Engineer, Systems

Meta (formerly Facebook) is seeking a Senior Systems Software Engineer to join their team in Seattle. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology at one of the world's leading social media and technology companies. The position focuses on developing operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for large distributed components.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining critical infrastructure that powers Meta's family of apps and services, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and their emerging AR/VR technologies. You'll work on challenging problems involving large-scale data storage, server cluster synchronization, and providing robust runtime environments for front-end code.

As a Systems Software Engineer, you'll be expected to work independently on medium to large features, conducting design and code reviews, and driving improvements in efficiency, scalability, and stability. The role requires strong expertise in systems programming languages like C/C++, Java, and PHP, along with a deep understanding of distributed systems and infrastructure development.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $169,442 to $200,200 annually, plus bonus and equity opportunities. Meta provides a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to work on technology that impacts billions of users globally. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of social technology, particularly in the emerging field of AR/VR.

This role requires a Master's degree in Computer Science or related field and at least three years of relevant experience. You'll need proven experience with large-scale infrastructure applications, distributed systems, and various programming languages and tools. The position offers the opportunity to work on next-generation technology while collaborating with some of the industry's best engineers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.