Real-Time Engine Engineer for Immersive Experiences

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Los Angeles, Burlingame, Redmond (CA, CA, WA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Meta is seeking a Realtime Engine Technology engineer to design and develop real-time interactive software powering immersive experiences. You will contribute to engine-level systems and collaborate across hardware, software, and content teams.

The role emphasizes C/C++, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and optimization across PC, console, MR/VR, and cloud platforms, with a focus on responsible AI practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 6+ years of software development experience (or PhD with 4+ years).
  • Experience with C++ and/or C.
  • Experience building engine-level systems for 3D real-time engines (Unity/Unreal/Frostbite).
  • Experience multi-platform development (PC, Console, MR/VR, Cloud, mobile).
  • In-depth understanding of 3D math, linear algebra, and physics.
  • Experience adhering to responsible, ethical AI practices.
  • Ability to integrate AI tools to optimize workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop real-time interactive software powering immersive experiences.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across disciplines to ship platform features.
  • Optimize performance for CPU, GPU, and memory in real-time applications.

Skills

C/C++
Real-time
3D math
AI concepts
Cross-functional
Multi-platform
Optimization

Education

Bachelors in CS/Engineering or equiv

Tools

Unity 3D
Unreal Engine
Frostbite
Graphics/Rendering

Job description

Meta is seeking a Realtime Engine Technology engineer to design and develop real-time interactive software powering immersive experiences. You will contribute to engine-level systems and collaborate across hardware, software, and content teams.

The role emphasizes C/C++, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and optimization across PC, console, MR/VR, and cloud platforms, with a focus on responsible AI practices.

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