Software Engineer, Realtime Engine Technology

2 Weeks ago • 5 Years + • Game Engine • Graphics Engineer • $70,670 PA - $208,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Reality Labs at Meta is seeking a Software Engineer to build efficient and reusable systems for complex real-time interactive software within their innovative hardware and software. Responsibilities include developing technologies for compelling experiences, optimizing and debugging real-time systems, setting high quality standards for developer usability, and collaborating with partner teams. This role requires expertise in 3D real-time interactive products and systems programming languages like C++ or Rust. The engineer will contribute to building the metaverse and pushing the future of computing platforms, working on cutting-edge projects at the intersection of hardware, software, and content.
Must have:
  • Develop efficient real-time systems
  • Build developer-empowering technologies
  • Optimize and debug real-time performance
  • High-quality, developer-friendly technology
  • Collaborate with partner teams
  • 5+ years experience in 3D real-time interactive products
  • Proficiency in C++, Rust, or similar
Good to have:
  • Experience with VR/MR engines (Unity, Unreal, etc.)
  • SDK development experience
  • Performance optimization expertise (CPU, GPU, Memory)
  • Understanding of real-time engine components (Rendering, Physics, etc.)
  • Strong 3D math and physics knowledge
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

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.
Software Engineer, Realtime Engine Technology - Reality Labs Responsibilities
  • Develop efficient and reusable systems that drive complex realtime interactive software
  • Build technologies that empower developers to create compelling experiences
  • Optimize and debug real-time systems to ensure smooth performance
  • Set a high quality bar to make our technology easy and delightful for developers to use
  • Engage in deep collaboration with partner teams to drive successful product outcomes
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years experience as an engineer developing features within 3D real-time interactive products
  • 5+ years experience with systems programming languages such as C++, Rust, or similar languages
  • Proven problem-solving skills and experience working independently and collaboratively
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience building engine-level systems for 3D real-time interactive engines (Unity 3D, Unreal, Frostbite, or other/proprietary)
  • Experience building for virtual reality (Rift, Quest, VIVE, Valve Index, etc.) or mixed/augmented reality (HoloLens, Magic Leap, ARKit, ARCore etc.)
  • Experience developing SDKs or shared technology that balances the needs of multiple shipping products
  • Experience with performance optimization of real-time applications (CPU, GPU, Memory, etc. )
  • Deep understanding of one or more real-time engine components ( Rendering, Collision, Physics, Input Processing, Audio, Animation, Networking, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of 3D math, linear algebra and physics
For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click for additional information.
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.

$70.67/hour to $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 at Meta.


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