Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click “Apply to Job” online on this web page.

Software Engineer Responsibilities

Help build the next generation of systems behind Meta's products, create web and/or mobile applications that reach over two billion people, and build high-volume servers to support content.

Harness passion for technology and graduate-level knowledge, and help build highly-scalable performant solutions.

Make use of graduate-level knowledge of algorithms and core computer science concepts and ability to apply knowledge to real-world systems.

Without direct assistance, make the most of the ability to recognize and match patterns from different areas of computer science in production systems and hone skills in making architectural decisions.

Employ deep knowledge in at least one area: data processing, programming languages, databases, networking, operating systems, computer graphics, or human-computer interaction.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Requires completion of a graduate-level course, research project, or internship involving the following:

1. Coding in at least one of the following industry-standard language: C, C++, C#, or Java

2. Creating web applications using at least one of the following: Python, PHP, or Haskell

3. Relational databases and SQL

4. Software development tools: Code editors (VIM or Emacs), and revision control systems (Subversion, GIT, or Perforce)

5. Linux, UNIX, or other *nix-like OS as evidenced by file manipulation, advanced commands, and shell scripting

6. Core web technologies: HTML, CSS, or JavaScript

7. Data processing, programming languages, databases, networking, operating systems, computer graphics, or human-computer interaction, AND

8. Applying algorithms and core computer science concepts to real-world systems as evidenced by recognizing and matching patterns from different areas of computer science in production systems

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About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$214,032/year to $240,240/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here.

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