Process
The tech session felt like a final exam in college. The interviewers were looking for a specific, narrow skill set and the "right answer". They were not interested in problem-solving or innovation, but exactly what they needed for this job. An AI would be a perfect candidate.
Questions
When you use software XYZ, what do you do to get ABC? What is the meaning of IJK?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 7 interview experiences for the Meta Optical Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
14%
Pass Rate
Meta's interview process for their Optical Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive43%
Neutral29%
Negative29%
Candidates reported having good feelings for Meta's Optical Engineer interview process in United States.
Meta Work Experiences
4.0
Good pay, but busy work
Optical Engineer • Current Employee
Redmond, Washington, United States
February 15, 2025
Pros: Good pay, higher than the industry.
Cons: Heavy workload, really busy.
5.0
Ambitious Goals, Dynamic Work Environment
Optical Engineer • Current Employee
Menlo Park, California, United States
August 4, 2021
Pros: Fun and engaging work environment.
People care, and support is top-notch.
Benefits are great.
Progressive workplace attitude.
Highly technologically advanced.
Cons: Quick-paced work could be challenging for some.
Independence given to employees is not a usual thing within other job markets and is challenging to adapt to, but great in the long run.
3.0
Huge difference from FTE
Optical Engineer • Former Employee
Redmond, Washington, United States
March 15, 2025
Pros: Free meals, drinks. Know how FTE works.
Cons: Lack of job security, a huge difference from full-time employees, and fewer benefits.
- 4.0Good pay, but busy workOptical Engineer • Current EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesFebruary 15, 2025Pros: Good pay, higher than the industry.Cons: Heavy workload, really busy.
- 5.0Ambitious Goals, Dynamic Work EnvironmentOptical Engineer • Current EmployeeMenlo Park, California, United StatesAugust 4, 2021Pros: Fun and engaging work environment. People care, and support is top-notch. Benefits are great. Progressive workplace attitude. Highly technologically advanced.Cons: Quick-paced work could be challenging for some. Independence given to employees is not a usual thing within other job markets and is challenging to adapt to, but great in the long run.
- 3.0Huge difference from FTEOptical Engineer • Former EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesMarch 15, 2025Pros: Free meals, drinks. Know how FTE works.Cons: Lack of job security, a huge difference from full-time employees, and fewer benefits.
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