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Software Engineer, Machine Learning

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Hillsborough, CAJob$184–257K/yrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$184–257K/yr
Location
Hillsborough, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Meta is hiring a Software Engineer, Machine Learning. Meta seeks experienced software engineers to develop cutting‑edge products that connect billions of people worldwide, tackling complex technical problems, building new features, and enhancing existing mobile and web applications.

Key focus areas include Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to build innovative application experiences, Implement custom user interfaces using latest programming techniques and technologies, and Analyze and optimize code for quality, efficiency, and performance, providing feedback during code reviews.

Successful candidates bring Experience Driving Change, Experience Leading Complex Technical Projects, and Experience Utilizing Data And Analysis. Important skills include Collaboration, Custom User Interfaces, Code Optimization, Code Review Feedback, Technical Guidance, and Coaching. Preferred (not required): TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, and Information Retrieval Concepts.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CollaborationCustom User InterfacesCode OptimizationCode Review FeedbackTechnical GuidanceCoachingSystem ArchitecturePerformance Issue ResolutionScalability Issue ResolutionTechnical Debt ReductionCoding LanguagesData AnalysisTensorFlowPyTorchScikit-LearnInformation Retrieval ConceptsIndexingQueryingRankingData Structures and AlgorithmsGraph TheoryOptimization TechniquesNLP TechniquesText PreprocessingTokenizationSentiment AnalysisAI Tools IntegrationResponsible AI PracticesEthical AI PracticesAI Skill DevelopmentPrompt EngineeringContext EngineeringAgent OrchestrationCollaborate With Cross-Functional TeamsImplement Custom User InterfacesAnalyze and Optimize CodeProvide Feedback During Code ReviewsSet Direction and Goals for TeamsLead Major InitiativesProvide Technical GuidanceOnboard New Team MembersArchitect Efficient and Scalable SystemsIdentify and Resolve Performance and Scalability IssuesReduce Technical DebtCoding Languages and TechnologiesEstablish Ownership of ComponentsEnd-to-End UnderstandingIntegrate AI ToolsRisk AssessmentBias MitigationQuality and Accuracy ReviewsEmerging AI TechnologiesCode ReviewIdentify and Resolve Performance IssuesIdentify and Resolve Scalability IssuesOwnership of ComponentsOwnership of FeaturesOwnership of SystemsPrompt/Context Engineering

Qualifications

Driving Change Within an OrganizationLeading Complex Technical ProjectsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Relevant Technical Field, or Equivalent Practical Experience8+ Years of Programming Experience in a Relevant Language or 4+ Years Experience With a PhDUtilizing Data and Analysis to Explain Technical ProblemsProvide Detailed Feedback and SolutionsMaster's Degree or PhD in Computer Science or a Related Technical Field

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

Summary:

Meta is seeking talented experienced 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 have the opportunity to work on 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 joining a world-class team of engineers and researchers to work on exciting projects that have significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

Required Skills:

Software Engineer, Machine Learning Responsibilities:

  1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, operations, infrastructure) to build innovative application experiences

  2. Implement custom user interfaces using latest programming techniques and technologies

  3. Analyze and optimize code for quality, efficiency, and performance, and provide feedback to peers during code reviews

  4. Set direction and goals for teams, lead major initiatives, provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers, and help onboard new team members

  5. Architect efficient and scalable systems that drive complex applications

  6. Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues, and drive large efforts to reduce technical debt

  7. Work on a variety of coding languages and technologies

  8. Establish ownership of components, features, or systems with expert end-to-end understanding

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Demonstrated experience driving change within an organization and leading complex technical projects

  2. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience

  3. 8+ years of programming experience in a relevant language OR 4+ years experience with a PhD

  4. Experience utilizing data and analysis to explain technical problems and provide detailed feedback and solutions

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Masters degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field

  2. Experience with frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn

  3. Understanding of information retrieval concepts, such as indexing, querying, and ranking

  4. Demonstrated grasp of data structures and algorithms, including graph theory and optimization techniques

  5. Knowledge of NLP techniques, including text preprocessing, tokenization, and sentiment analysis

  6. Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)

  7. Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)

  8. Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

Public Compensation:

$183,997/year to $257,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry: Internet

Equal Opportunity:

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 [email protected].

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