Software Engineer, Meta Horizon Engine - Reality Labs

Meta; Redmond; On-site; AUD 314,000 - 431,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta in Redmond is seeking an engineering leader for the Horizon Engine, the cross-platform native engine powering Meta Horizon experiences. You will set direction for engine systems, own the hardest parts, and lead engineers to deliver high-performance real-time code.

The role emphasizes collaboration with partner teams, performance within resource and thermal budgets, and building for multiple hardware platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years software development experience.
• Experience with C++ and/or C.
• Experience communicating effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Set direction for engine systems and anticipate product needs.
• Own and implement the hardest parts of the system and grow the team.
• Profile and optimize real-time systems for performance under budgets.
• Set a high quality bar to keep the engine easy for developers to use.
• Collaborate with partner teams to drive product outcomes.

Skills

C++/C

Communication

6+ years experience

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE or equivalent

PhD with 4+ years experience

Job description

Summary:

This is an engineering leadership role on the Meta Horizon Engine, the cross-platform native engine powering Meta Horizon experiences.

Required Skills:

Software Engineer, Meta Horizon Engine - Reality Labs Responsibilities:

1. Set direction for one or more engine systems, accurately anticipating new technology changes and product needs

2. Own and implement the hardest parts of the system, while leading and growing engineers on the team

3. Profile and optimize real-time systems to ensure performance under demanding content, resource, and thermal budgets

4. Set a high quality bar to keep the engine easy and delightful for developers to use

5. Engage in in-depth collaboration with partner teams to drive successful product outcomes

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience

2. 6+ years software development experience in industry settings or PhD with 4+ years of experience

3. Experience with C++ and/or C

4. Experience in communicating effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, collaborators and clients, at different levels

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated experience leading one or more real-time engine components (e.g. Simulation, Performance, Networking, Audio, Assets) for a AAA engine (Unreal, Frostbite, Unity 3D, or other/proprietary AAA)

2. Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)

3. Experience building for multiple hardware platforms (e.g. PC, Console, MR/VR, Cloud, mobile)

4. Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)

5. Proven understanding of 3D math, linear algebra and physics

6. Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

7. Experience with performance optimization of real-time applications

8. Experience developing SDKs or shared technology that balances the needs of multiple shipping products

Public Compensation:

$219,000/year to $301,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry:

Internet

Equal Opportunity:

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