Software Engineer, Systems

Meta Careers; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 184,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking talented engineers to join our Central Integrity team in Detroit, focused on keeping billions of people safe on Meta's platforms. You will design and deploy scalable systems that detect and disrupt harm at a global scale, leveraging AI and cutting-edge tech.

This role emphasizes collaboration across product, design, and operations, and mentorship of peers. You will work on high-stakes infrastructure—balancing performance, reliability, and security while reducing technical debt

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience building large-scale infrastructure applications.
• Experience integrating AI tools to optimize workflows and drive impact.
• Proficiency in C, C++, Java, Python, JavaScript or Hack.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build innovative application experiences.
• Architect efficient and scalable systems for complex applications.
• Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues and reduce technical debt.
• Lead major initiatives and mentor peers through code reviews and design discussions.

Skills

C

C++

Java

Python

JavaScript

Hack

Job description

Meta is seeking talented engineers to join our Central Integrity team, which exists to keep billions of people safe on Meta's platforms. We design and deploy systems that detect and disrupt harm at an unprecedented global scale, making this one of the largest deployments of AI for positive real-world impact anywhere in the industry. Our work safeguards critical areas including child and youth safety, fraud and scams, identity and authenticity, and more while actively building defenses against novel frontier threats, such as autonomous AI agents and automated risk vectors. This represents some of the most technically demanding and high-stakes engineering and product at Meta, driven by a deeply mission-focused team. You'll combine strong engineering fundamentals with cutting-edge AI to build effective, adaptable solutions that stay ahead of evolving integrity and safety risks. If you are driven by hard technical challenges and want your work to deliver immediate, real-world impact, this is the right role for you.Software Engineer, Systems Responsibilities:Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, operations, infrastructure) to build innovative application experiencesImplement custom user interfaces using latest programming techniques and technologiesAnalyze and optimize code for quality, efficiency, and performance, and provide feedback to peers during code reviewsSet direction and goals for teams, lead major initiatives, provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers, and help onboard new team membersArchitect efficient and scalable systems that drive complex applicationsIdentify and resolve performance and scalability issues, and drive large efforts to reduce technical debtWork on a variety of coding languages and technologiesEstablish ownership of components, features, or systems with expert end-to-end understandingMinimum Qualifications:Experience utilizing data and analysis to explain technical problems and provide detailed feedback and solutionsDemonstrated experience driving change within an organization and leading complex technical projectsPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologiesDemonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologiesExperience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)Experience in programming languages such as C, C++, or Java, and scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Hack6+ years of relevant experience in building large-scale infrastructure applications or similar experienceDemonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)Experience improving quality through thoughtful code reviews, appropriate testing, proper rollout, monitoring, and proactive changesAbout 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].$183,997/year to $257,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndividual 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.