Software Engineer, Systems

Meta (formerly Facebook) is seeking a Systems Software Engineer to join their team in Bellevue, WA. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale distributed systems that power applications used by billions of people worldwide.

The position involves developing operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for Meta's core infrastructure. You'll be working on critical components that enable Meta's family of apps including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and their emerging AR/VR technologies to operate at massive scale.

As a Systems Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for researching, designing, and implementing high-performance systems that form the backbone of Meta's technology stack. This includes building new features, improving existing products, and working with distributed systems that serve billions of users. You'll need to produce high-quality code with good test coverage while using modern abstractions and frameworks.

The role requires a Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, with strong programming skills in languages like C++, Java, Python, and Go. You should have experience with distributed systems, big data technologies, and high-performance computing. Knowledge of client-server communications (REST, GraphQL, gRPC) and database systems is essential.

Meta offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $169,442 to $200,200 per year, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be working at one of the world's leading technology companies, with opportunities to impact products used by billions of people globally. The company provides a collaborative environment where you can grow your career while working on challenging technical problems at unprecedented scale.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to work on cutting-edge systems engineering challenges while contributing to products that connect people worldwide. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology, especially as Meta moves into new frontiers like augmented and virtual reality.