Software Engineer - Product (Technical Leadership)

Meta; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 213,000 - 293,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Salem, Oregon, is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead innovative projects that connect billions of users. This role involves solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teams, and driving large engineering efforts. The ideal candidate has significant programming experience, a relevant degree, and a track record of technical leadership. Competitive compensation package offered, including bonuses and equity.

Benefits

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Qualifications

• 12+ years programming experience or 8+ years with a PhD.
• Proven track record in planning multi-year roadmaps.
• Experience driving large scale engineering efforts.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical direction for team goals.
• Communicate complex features in detail.
• Identify and resolve performance issues.

Skills

Programming experience

Data analysis

Communication across functions

Technical mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

PhD in relevant field

Tools

C

C++

Java

Python

JavaScript

Job description

Overview

Meta is seeking talented 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 oversee 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.

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 vision and roadmap for large cross-company efforts
• Sustain and create an effective feature roadmap by collecting and synthesizing requirements
• Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues, and drive large efforts to reduce technical debt

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• 12+ years of programming experience in a relevant language OR 8+ years experience with a PhD
• Proven track record of planning multi-year roadmaps in which short-term projects ladder to the long-term mission
• 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 executive stakeholders across organizations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Swift, or Kotlin, and scripting languages such as Python, Javascript, or Hack
• 8+ years relevant experience building large-scale applications or similar experience
• Experience improving quality through thoughtful code reviews, appropriate testing, proper rollout, monitoring, and proactive changes

Compensation

Public Compensation: $213,000/year to $293,000/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 [e-mail].