Software Engineer, Realtime Engine Technology - Reality Labs

Meta; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of technology as a Software Engineer in Realtime Engine Technology. This role involves developing innovative hardware and software solutions that redefine how people connect and interact. You will work with a team of experts to create compelling experiences and optimize real-time systems. With a focus on collaboration and high-quality standards, your contributions will help shape the future of computing platforms. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus

Equity

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in 3D real-time interactive product development.
• Strong understanding of performance optimization in real-time applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient systems for complex real-time interactive software.
• Engage in collaboration to drive successful product outcomes.

Skills

C++

Rust

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Unity 3D

Unreal Engine

Frostbite

SDK development tools

Job description

Software Engineer, Realtime Engine Technology - Reality Labs

Reality Labs at Meta is building products that make it easier for people to connect with the ones they love most, enjoy top-notch, wire-free MR, and push the future of computing platforms. We are a team of world-class experts developing and shipping products at the intersection of hardware, software, and content. As a Realtime Engine Technology engineer at Meta, you can help build new, innovative hardware and software that radically redefine the way people work, play, and connect. What we build today could one day be the norm. So to be here today is to truly be at the heart of change and the frontier of what's to come. We're the people helping to define the metaverse. We may not have all the answers, but together, we're getting closer.

Responsibilities

1. Develop efficient and reusable systems that drive complex realtime interactive software.
2. Build technologies that empower developers to create compelling experiences.
3. Optimize and debug real-time systems to ensure smooth performance.
4. Set a high quality bar to make our technology easy and delightful for developers to use.
5. Engage in deep collaboration with partner teams to drive successful product outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
2. 5+ years experience as an engineer developing features within 3D real-time interactive products.
3. 5+ years experience with systems programming languages such as C++, Rust, or similar languages.
4. Proven problem-solving skills and experience working independently and collaboratively.
5. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience building engine-level systems for 3D real-time interactive engines (Unity 3D, Unreal, Frostbite, or other/proprietary).
2. Experience building for virtual reality (Rift, Quest, VIVE, Valve Index, etc.) or mixed/augmented reality (HoloLens, Magic Leap, ARKit, ARCore, etc.).
3. Experience developing SDKs or shared technology that balances the needs of multiple shipping products.
4. Experience with performance optimization of real-time applications (CPU, GPU, Memory, etc.).
5. Deep understanding of one or more real-time engine components (Rendering, Collision, Physics, Input Processing, Audio, Animation, Networking, etc.).
6. Strong understanding of 3D math, linear algebra, and physics.

Compensation: US$70.67/hour to US$208,000/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.

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