Software Engineer, Systems

Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services 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. To apply, click “Apply to Job” online on this web page.Software Engineer, Systems Responsibilities

Research, design, develop, and test network distribution and operating systems-level software specifically for large-scale distributed components powering critical systems.

Develop andoptimize load balancing, ensuring robust functionality for highly scalable and distributed environments.

Enhance and build features for traffic management systems, focusing on efficientrouting and resource allocation through custom load-balancing mechanisms utilizing eBPF and XDP.

Drive the architecture and code development of web applications and servicesreaching millions, creating high-volume, scalable servers.

Develop deep expertise in specialized codebases and distributed systems, emphasizing low-level networking and performanceoptimization.

Produce high-quality code, following strict testing standards and leveraging modern software engineering frameworks.

Collaborate and work independently, troubleshootefficiently, and exercise advanced problem-solving skills to resolve complex network and load-balancing challenges.

Adhere to development and release standards to handle progressivelycomplex tasks.

Actively provide and seek feedback in alignment with performance standards.

Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a related field

Requires completion of an university-level course, one research project, or one internship involving the following

Coding in at least two industry-standard languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++, or Rust)

Proficiency in C, C++, and Python

Linux network programming, event-driven programming, multithreaded programming, and system-level and application-level programming

Database management with relational databases and SQL, focusing on data-intensive systems

Use of software development tools, including code editors (VIM, VSCode) and version control systems (Git)

Linux or UNIX-based OS usage, including command-line proficiency and file manipulation for networking and distributed systems

Core web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for building front-end interfaces

Distributed systems design principles, including sharding and consistency models

Algorithms for network protocols, load balancing, and performance optimization

In-house and open-source software development, with collaboration and version control in public and private repositories

Traffic management problem-solving, including issue diagnosis and resolution in load balancing and service continuity

Data analysis for system monitoring and optimization, including statistical validation and anomaly detection

Network packet analysis using tcpdump, xdpdump, Wireshark, and similar tools for traffic inspection and debugging

Containerization technologies and large-scale cluster management systems for orchestration and infrastructure management

Automated monitoring and alerting systems based on performance metrics, including error rates and packet drops, for proactive system health management

Minimum 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.
$176,361/year to $200,200/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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