Production Engineer

Meta (formerly Facebook) is seeking a Production Engineer to join their team in Bellevue, WA. This role sits at the intersection of software development and systems engineering, focusing on building and maintaining the infrastructure that powers Meta's suite of social technology products.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $176,716 to $200,200 annually, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. As a Production Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining critical backend services, including data warehouse services and infrastructure components that support products like Messenger and Newsfeed.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, with strong programming skills in languages like Python, C++, PHP, or Java. You'll need deep knowledge of computer networking fundamentals, database management systems, and experience with scaling services. The role requires both technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, as you'll be working on complex software systems and serving as an escalation contact for service incidents.

Meta offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of social technology, as the company continues to expand beyond traditional social media into areas like augmented and virtual reality. You'll be part of a team that's building the next evolution in social technology, working on problems that affect billions of users worldwide.

The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic thinking, requiring you to evaluate complex problems and implement solutions that can scale to Meta's massive user base. You'll work in a collaborative environment, reviewing code, developing documentation, and creating capacity plans to ensure services can handle future growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to work on large-scale systems at one of the world's leading technology companies. Meta's commitment to pushing technological boundaries, combined with its comprehensive benefits package and focus on employee development, makes this an attractive position for engineers looking to make a significant impact in their career.