Production Systems Design Engineer

Meta; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Production Systems Design Engineer to lead the design and management of cutting-edge video and event production spaces. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to implement advanced audio/visual systems and ensuring compliance with stringent timelines. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with complex production systems and a passion for emerging technologies. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions will shape the future of immersive experiences and redefine how people connect through technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in designing complex production systems.
• Experience with video and event equipment, broadcast AV, and live streaming infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage implementation of video production and event spaces.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver projects.

Skills

Designing complex production systems

Video conferencing systems

Project management

Audio/visual systems

Emerging technologies

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in a related technical field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

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Base pay range

$129,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr

Meta is seeking a Production Systems Design Engineer responsible for designing and managing the implementation of the next-generation video and event production spaces. The ideal candidate will have a proven track-record of event and studio design, hardware and cutting-edge technologies. As a design engineer, you will be responsible for scaling and innovating core designs for audio/visual and lighting systems, interfacing and managing external vendors and building efficient and reliable integrations. You will work alongside stakeholders to gather requirements, develop and iterate and deliver in an environment governed by stringent timelines. The ideal candidate also possesses a passion for emerging technologies and research and is not satisfied with the status quo. You will be designing spaces with unique control platforms, video conferencing systems, audio systems, camera systems, lighting systems and state of the art display technologies.

Production Systems Design Engineer Responsibilities:

• Proactively scopes and designs our video production, event and other specialty production spaces
• Works with internal stakeholders to roadmap and plan for scaled services across the globe.
• Leverages an extensive network of industry professionals to research and develop emerging technologies and how they can be utilized in our spaces
• Manages and reports on a multi-million dollar design budget. Acts as a financial steward for Meta throughout our design process
• Delivers annual design packs and holds regular reviews to ensure adherence to requirements.
• Works closely with external vendors and holds them to account for deliverables.
• Collaborates across a broad set of teams within Meta to ensure compliance, product roadmaps and technical security.
• Acts as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams.
• Builds and delivers designs that adapt to changing and scaling business environments and requirements.
• Innovate and enhance the reliability, functionality, and quality of Meta’s audiovisual systems.
• Deliver & maintain high-level system design standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams on audio-visual related
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Proactively seeks emerging technologies in audiovisual and related fields.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience designing complex production systems
• 4+ years of experience with video and event equipment, video conferencing systems, broadcast AV, routing and control systems, LED/LCD displays, projection systems, live streaming infrastructure, custom audio visual installations, and other related technologies.
• 4+ years experience in project management design in enterprise organizations, studios, entertainment/production companies or similar.
• Experience working globally and cross-functionally with internal and external clients and partners
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with dynamic business priorities and a proven track record of managing resource and budgetary headwinds.
• CTS (Certified Technical Specialist) Certification
• Revit & AutoCad experience
• Experience managing a large concurrent project load within budget.
• Proven track record of complex project management and can present OKRs (Objectives and Key Results), milestones and deliverable data to key stakeholders/Meta leadership.
• Proven track-record, leadership, and strategic skills in prioritizing evolving initiatives in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• Extensive experience with vendor management.
• Demonstrated communication skills, with the capacity to describe complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Passion for industry trends and cutting-edge technology
• Demonstrated experience adapting language across a broad set of technical and non-technical audiences.
  
  

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.

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].

$129,000/year to $185,000/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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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