Software Engineer, Pathways Program

3 Months ago • 2 Years + • Full Stack Development • $56,250 PA - $173,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Meta is seeking talented full-stack Software Engineers for its one-year Software Engineering Pathways Program. The Program offers experienced engineers a rotation through different Meta engineering projects, developing skills and gaining valuable experience. At the end of the program, successful participants are invited to apply for a full-time position. Responsibilities include full-stack product, systems, and mobile development using languages such as C++, Java, PHP, JavaScript, Kotlin, Objective-C, Swift, etc. You will work closely with product management and UX design teams, design and develop front-end interfaces, APIs, and backend systems, and master Meta's development standards. The program is open to all qualified candidates, with a focus on welcoming those with non-traditional career paths.
Must have:
  • 2+ years of software development experience
  • Experience with industry-standard languages (e.g., JavaScript, PHP, Python, Ruby, C++, Java)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good to have:
  • Experience with React and PHP (Hack)
  • Experience with mobile development (Android or iOS)
  • Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Perks:
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth

Job Details

Meta is seeking talented full-stack Software Engineers who are interested in an opportunity to join our one-year Software Engineering Pathways Program, helping us build applications & systems that will scale the company and make the world more open and connected. The Program is designed to offer experienced engineers a one-year rotation through different Meta engineering projects to develop engineering skills and gain meaningful experiences for the rest of their career. At the end of the program, successful participants will be invited to apply for a full-time position at the company. Because we build products to connect the world, Meta strives to have Computer Scientists and Software Engineers from a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that understand and reflect the communities we serve. The Software Engineering Pathways Program is open to all qualified candidates. We strongly encourage candidates who have non-traditional career paths to apply, including, but not limited to candidates from non-tech industries, candidates without traditional Computer Science degrees and/or who are self-taught, candidates starting second careers, re-entering the workforce, and those who have attended bootcamp-style programming courses.
Software Engineer, Pathways Program Responsibilities
  • Full-stack product, systems, and mobile development with a variety of languages such as C++, Java, PHP, JavaScript, Kotlin, Objective-C, Swift, etc.
  • Work closely with product management and UX design teams to define and refine research specifications
  • Design and develop front-end interfaces, underlying APIs, and backend systems across a number of programming languages with focus on JavaScript, React and PHP (Hack)
  • Develop a strong understanding of relevant product area, codebase, and/or system
  • Master Meta’s development standards from developing to releasing code in order to take on tasks and projects with increasing levels of complexity
  • Communication skills: consistently seek out and give feedback
Minimum Qualifications
  • 2+ years experience building software solutions in a corporate or start-up engineering environment, or equivalent, using an industry-standard language (e.g. JavaScript, PHP, Python, Ruby, C++ and/or Java)
  • Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
  • Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta.
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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.

$56.25/hour to $173,000/year + 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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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, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice .

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