Software Engineer, Infrastructure

Meta is seeking an experienced Software Engineer, Infrastructure to join their team and make a significant impact on products used by billions of people worldwide. This is a senior-level position that combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on building and maintaining large-scale infrastructure applications.

The role involves working on critical backend components that power Meta's suite of products including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing core infrastructure components, working primarily with languages like C/C++, Java, PHP, and Hack. The position requires both technical excellence and leadership skills, as you'll be expected to lead major initiatives, mentor team members, and drive technical decisions that impact Meta's infrastructure at scale.

As a Software Engineer, Infrastructure at Meta, you'll be tackling unique, large-scale technical challenges that few other companies encounter. The role offers the opportunity to work on systems that handle billions of interactions per day, requiring innovative solutions for efficiency, scalability, and reliability. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct design and code reviews, and help shape the technical direction of Meta's infrastructure.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of programming experience and 6+ years of experience specifically in building large-scale infrastructure applications. You should be comfortable with both backend development and scripting languages, have a strong track record of leading successful technical initiatives, and demonstrate expertise in system design and optimization. The role offers competitive compensation, including equity, and the chance to work on technology that connects billions of people globally.

This position combines technical depth with leadership opportunity, making it ideal for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact while working on some of the world's largest-scale systems. You'll be part of Meta's mission to help connect the world while solving complex technical challenges and mentoring the next generation of engineers.