Production Engineer

AECOM; Independence (KS); Remote; USD 269,000 - 291,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech industry is looking for a Production Engineer to develop and optimize software services critical for high-performing systems. The position entails working with advanced technologies and requires a Bachelor's degree along with relevant industry experience. This role allows for telecommuting from anywhere in the US, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in computer-related occupation.
• Experience with higher-level programming languages and software frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and test software services for optimal performance.
• Own back-end data warehouse services and ensure system reliability.
• Write and review code, develop documentation and debug issues.

Skills

UNIX fundamentals

TCP/IP fundamentals

Programming (PHP, Python, C++, Java)

Software frameworks and APIs

Capacity planning

Internet service architectures

Database management (MySQL)

Web server maintenance (Apache, Memcached, Squid)

Network Management tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

**Summary:**

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.

**Required Skills:**

Production Engineer Responsibilities:

1. Develop, design, create, modify, and/or test software services to ensure optimal performance and capacity for growth.

2. Own back-end data warehouse services, front-end services like Messenger and Newsfeed, and infrastructure components to ensure services run without incident.

3. Write and review code, develop documentation and capacity plans, and debug the problems in real time in highly complex software systems.

4. Serve as an escalation contact for service incidents.

5. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.

6. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

7. Telecommute from anywhere in the US permitted.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

Minimum Qualifications:

8. Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field, followed by 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate work experience in job offered or computer-related occupation.

9. Requires 5 years of experience in the following:

10. 1. UNIX or Linux operating system fundamentals

11. 2. TCP/IP network fundamentals

12. 3. Coding in at least one of the following higher-level programming languages: PHP, Python, C++, or Java

13. 4. Software frameworks and APIs

14. 5. Performing ‘guerilla capacity planning’ for internet service architectures

15. 6. Internet service architectures (such as load balancing, LAMP, or CDN’s)

16. 7. Configuring and maintaining applications using at least one of the following: web servers, load balancers, relational databases, storage systems, or messaging systems

17. 8. Relational Databases including MySQL

18. 9. Maintaining web-based applications using at least one of the following: Apache, Memecached, or Squid

19. 10. Storage Systems including NFS

20. 11. Network Management tools like DHCP, NTP, SSH, DNS, pr SNMP

**Public Compensation:**

$269,081/year to $290,180/year + bonus + equity + benefits

**Industry:** Internet

**Equal Opportunity:**

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].