Software Engineer, Systems

Meta (formerly Facebook) is seeking a Senior Systems Software Engineer to join their team in building the next generation of social technology infrastructure. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale distributed systems that power Meta's family of apps including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and their emerging AR/VR platforms.

The position requires a skilled engineer with 5+ years of experience to design and develop operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for Meta's large distributed components. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology stacks including C/C++, Java, PHP, and Hack, handling Facebook-scale data storage and server cluster coordination challenges.

As a Systems Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for building new features, improving existing products, and working on diverse scope problems while designing core backend software components. The role offers significant autonomy, with expectations to complete medium to large features independently and drive changes in assigned codebases and systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science fundamentals, demonstrated experience with building large-scale infrastructure applications, and expertise in distributed systems design. You'll be working in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, with opportunities to interface with other teams and contribute to Meta's technical direction.

Meta offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $266,970 to $290,180 per year, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The position allows for remote work from anywhere in the US, providing flexibility while working on some of the most challenging and impactful technical problems in the industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to work on technology that impacts billions of users while helping shape the future of social connection and immersive experiences. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in distributed systems, operating at a scale that few other companies can match.