Embedded Software Engineer, Silicon Validation Firmware

Meta Careers; Sunnyvale, Redmond, Austin (CA, WA, TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Sunnyvale to design, develop, and optimize firmware for AR/VR and wearable devices. You’ll work on low-level systems, device drivers, and connectivity protocols (Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, Core Android networking) while collaborating with cross-functional teams to push the boundaries of immersive technology.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in software development (or a PhD with 4+ years) and 3+ years of embedded experience, with strong C/C++ skills and

Qualifications

• 7+ years software development experience in industry settings or PhD with 4+ years of experience.
• 3+ years embedded software development experience in industry settings.
• Experience in large-scale C/C++ code base.
• Experience defining and driving technical work streams and providing technical leadership for software engineering teams.
• Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews).
• Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact.
• Experience in the full silicon development life cycle, from design to mass production.
• Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development and staying current with emerging AI technologies.
• Experience in embedded software development for consumer electronic products in a hardware/firmware co-development environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded firmware systems for AR, VR, and wearable devices.
• Work on low-level systems software, device drivers, and connectivity protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Core Android networking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and drive innovation in AI, computer vision, ML, and graphics.
• Contribute to shaping the future of technology and new experiences across immersive platforms.

Skills

Embedded software

C/C++

Low-level systems

AI integration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/CE

Tools

Wi-Fi

Bluetooth

Core Android networking

Job description

At Meta, we're building innovative products that make it easier for people to connect with each other and enjoy immersive experiences. Our team of experienced engineers is developing and shipping products at the intersection of hardware, software, and content, pushing the future of computing platforms and redefining the way people work, play, and connect. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to design, develop, and optimize embedded firmware systems for our AR, VR, and wearable devices, working on low-level systems software, device drivers, and connectivity protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Core Android networking. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and drive innovation in areas such as computer vision, machine learning, and graphics, helping to shape the future of technology and create new experiences for augmented reality, virtual reality, and social/family products.

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience7+ years software development experience in industry settings or PhD with 4+ years of experience
• 3+ years embedded software development experience in industry settings
• Experience in large-scale C/C++ code base
• Experience defining and driving technical work streams and providing technical leadership for software engineering teams
• Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
• Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
• Experience in the full silicon development life cycle, from design to mass production
• Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
• Experience in embedded software development for consumer electronic products in a hardware/firmware co-development environment