Software Engineer

Software Engineer - Product (Technical Leadership)Meta is seeking principal engineers to join our teams in building cutting-edge products that connect billions of people around the world. As a member of our team, you will assess complex technical problems, build new features, and improve existing products across various platforms, including mobile devices and web applications. Our teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of user experience, and we're looking for passionate individuals who can help us advance the way people connect globally. If you're interested in leading a world-class team of engineers and researchers to work on exciting projects that have significant impact, we encourage you to apply. Software Engineer - Product (Technical Leadership) Responsibilities Drive the team's goals and technical direction to pursue opportunities that make your larger organization more efficient Effectively communicate complex features and systems in detail Understand industry & company-wide trends to help assess & develop new technologies Partner & collaborate with organization leaders to help improve the level of performance of the team & organization Identify new opportunities for the larger organization & influence the appropriate people for staffing/prioritizing these new ideas Lead long term technical direction and roadmap for large cross-company efforts Suggest, collect and synthesize requirements and create an effective feature roadmap Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues, and drive large efforts to reduce technical debt Minimum Qualifications 12+ years of software engineering experience, OR 8+ years of experience with a PhD Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience Proven track record of planning multi-year roadmap in which short-term projects ladder to the long-term goals Experience driving large cross-functional/industry-wide engineering efforts Experience utilizing data and analysis to explain technical problems and provide detailed feedback and solutions Experience communicating and working across functions to drive solutions Experience mentoring/influencing engineers across organizations Preferred Qualifications 8+ years of relevant experience building large-scale applications or similar experience Experience improving quality through thoughtful code reviews, appropriate testing, proper rollout, monitoring, and proactive changes 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. Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity 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 here . Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form . Apply for this job Take the first step toward a rewarding career at Meta. Explore jobs that match your skills and experience. Search by technology, team or location to find an opening that's right for you. Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity 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 here . Meta is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations) in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form . #J-18808-Ljbffr