Software Engineer, Security Foundations

Meta (formerly Facebook) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Security Foundations team. This role combines software engineering expertise with security specialization, focusing on cryptography and key management systems. The position is based in Menlo Park, CA, offering a competitive salary range of $233,654 - $240,240 plus bonus and equity.

The role involves developing critical security infrastructure, working with cryptography and key management solutions that protect Meta's vast ecosystem of products and services. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing security systems that safeguard billions of users while maintaining high performance and developer productivity.

Key responsibilities include developing cryptography tools, analyzing system efficiency, conducting code reviews, and working across teams to prevent security breaches. The position requires strong technical skills in languages like C/C++, Java, and Python, along with experience in MySQL and Linux environments.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in software engineering with a focus on security infrastructure and cryptography. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is required. This role offers the opportunity to work on security challenges at massive scale, protecting Meta's infrastructure, users, and data.

Meta offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, equity, and 401k. The company culture emphasizes innovation, scale, and security-first thinking. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge security solutions while contributing to the protection of Meta's global platform.

The position includes 5% domestic and international travel, allowing for collaboration with teams across Meta's offices. You'll be part of a team that's essential to Meta's security infrastructure, working on problems that affect billions of users worldwide.