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Research Engineer, Game Engine / Systems

Meta.com

113k - 173k USD/year

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Redmond, WA | Burlingame, CA

Full Time

At Reality Labs, our goal is to define and deliver novel input and interaction solutions to enable experiences with AI devices. We are looking for a skilled Research Engineer to join our research team and help us define the interaction solutions of the future. Our input and interaction research and development lies at the intersection of human-computer interaction and machine. We are seeking engineers to work on the “full stack” of HCI problems, from low-level input processing all the way up to the application and interface. Join our team of researchers, interaction designers, hardware engineers, neuroscientists as we bring a game changing technology to life and make science fiction a reality!Research Engineer, Game Engine / Systems Responsibilities

Design and implement features in Unreal Engine , that power experiences across RL-R

Extend UE runtime features in deploying new tools and experiences

Work closely with other team members who are building experiences with the game engine

Investigate and improve software experience

Work on Windows and Linux platforms

Create high quality, performant, and maintainable code

Document and support game engine specific features and code

Partner closely with researchers to understand their tooling and experience needs

Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta

3+ years of experience developing in C/C++

3+ years of experience using Unreal Engine

3+ years of experience working on game engine architecture experience or equivalent

Experience shipping AAA game titles

Experience with synthetic data generation systems for AI model training

Experience with 3d graphics programming, including shaders, rendering pipeline, and low level systems

Minimum QualificationsPreferred Qualifications For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information. About Meta Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
$५६.२५/hour to $१,७३,०००/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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Research Engineer, Game Engine / Systems

Office

Redmond, WA | Burlingame, CA

Full Time

113k - 173k USD/year

October 4, 2025

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Meta

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