Software Engineering Manager - Reality Labs Research at Meta in Redmond, Washington

Job Description:

At Reality Labs Research, software development is vital to turbocharging our scientific explorations and generating the consumer products people will use for decades to come - products that give people superpowers.Join a world-class team of pioneers experimenting with breakthrough technology. In this role, you will support a team of experienced software engineers, partnering with research scientists, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and other disciplines to build cutting-edge prototypes and create technology that defines the future of human computer interaction. If you're a C/C++ expert with a passion for leading software teams, finding new talent, developing people, mentoring, coaching, providing feedback, and making people better, step into the adventure of a lifetime as we make science fiction real and change the world.

Software Engineering Manager - Reality Labs Research Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of system software engineers working on advanced research


• Provide technical leadership for innovative, reliable, scalable, and maintainable software solutions


• Provide team guidance, regular feedback, education, coaching, and mentoring


• Perform architectural, design, and code reviews that improve software engineering quality


• Create career development plans, manage performance, and conduct performance reviews


• Identify, recruit, interview, and hire new software engineers, while helping the team scale effectively


• Collaborate in a team environment across multiple scientific and engineering disciplines, making the architectural tradeoffs required to rapidly deliver software solutions

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience


• 5+ years of experience managing software engineers


• 5+ years of C++ experience


• 5+ years of experience creating software for real-time environments such as games or robotics


• Experience designing software systems and services


• Proven track record of software development, including shipping one or more products on large code bases that span platforms and tools


• Communication experience and experience working across disciplines to drive solution

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in input devices such as keyboards, mice, and game controllers


• Experience with tracking devices, such as Kinect, OptiTrack sensors, IMUs, and depth sensors


• Experience in 3D graphics, including technologies such as DirectX, Vulkan, or OpenGL


• Experience in game engines such as Unreal and Unity


• Knowledge in Physics


• Knowledge in Sensor fusion


• Knowledge in Computer Vision


• Knowledge in MATLAB


• Knowledge in Digital signal processing


• Knowledge in Robotics


• Knowledge in Advanced mathematics

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 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 accommodations-ext@fb.com.


$177,000/year to $251,000/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. Apply Now