Software Engineer

AECOM; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 236,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Software Engineer to develop systems for its innovative products, including web and mobile applications. The candidate should possess a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field along with experience in programming and distributed systems. This role supports the advancement of immersive technology and requires a deep understanding of scalable solutions across various platforms.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with two years of relevant experience.
• Experience in C, C++, C#, and Java essential.
• Strong capability in distributed systems and core web technologies needed.

Responsibilities

• Help build the next generation of systems behind Meta's products.
• Create web and mobile applications.
• Make architectural decisions based on diverse computer science principles.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Java

SQL

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Distributed Systems

Data Processing

Computer Graphics

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science 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:**

Software Engineer Responsibilities:

1. Help build the next generation of systems behind Facebook's products, create web and/or mobile applications that reach over two billion people, and build high-volume servers to support content.

2. Harness passion for technology and graduate-level knowledge, and help build highly-scalable performant solutions.

3. Make use of graduate-level knowledge of algorithms and core computer science concepts and ability to apply knowledge to real world systems.

4. Without direct assistance, make the most of ability to recognize and match patterns from different areas of computer science in production systems and hone skill in making architectural decisions.

5. Employ deep knowledge in at least one area: data processing, programming languages, databases, networking, operating systems, computer graphics, or human computer interaction.

6. Telecommuting is permitted from anywhere in the U.S.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

Minimum Qualifications:

7. Requires a Master's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field and two years of work experience in the job offered or a related occupation.

8. Requires two years of experience in each of the following:

9. 1. C, C++, C#, or Java

10. 2. Relational databases and SQL

11. 4. Core web technologies: HTML, CSS, or JavaScript

12. 5. Building highly-scalable performant solutions

13. 6. Data processing, programming languages, databases, networking, operating systems, computer graphics, or human-computer interaction

14. 7. Applying algorithms and core computer science concepts to real world systems as evidenced by recognizing and matching patterns from different areas of computer science in production systems, AND

15. 8. Distributed systems.

**Public Compensation:**

$236,734/year to $240,240/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].