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  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Full-Time
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Software Engineer, Meta Horizon Engine - Reality Labs.

Software Engineering & Dev Full-Time

Software Engineer, Meta Horizon Engine - Reality Labs: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role:This role is for an engineering lead on Meta Horizon Engine, a cross-platform native engine powering Meta Horizon experiences.
  • The Person:The person will set direction for engine systems, own and implement difficult system components, optimize real-time performance, and collaborate with partner teams while leading and growing engineers.
  • Requirements:The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a relevant technical field, 6+ years software development experience, and experience with C and/or C++.

About the role

This is an engineering leadership role on the Meta Horizon Engine, the cross-platform native engine powering Meta Horizon experiences.

Responsibilities

  • Set direction for one or more engine systems, accurately anticipating new technology changes and product needs
  • Own and implement the hardest parts of the system, while leading and growing engineers on the team
  • Profile and optimize real-time systems to ensure performance under demanding content, resource, and thermal budgets
  • Set a high quality bar to keep the engine easy and delightful for developers to use
  • Engage in in-depth collaboration with partner teams to drive successful product outcomes
Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 6+ years software development experience in industry settings or PhD with 4+ years of experience
  • Experience with C++ and/or C
  • Experience in communicating effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, collaborators and clients, at different levels
Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience leading one or more real-time engine components (e.g. Simulation, Performance, Networking, Audio, Assets) for a AAA engine (Unreal, Frostbite, Unity 3D, or other/proprietary AAA)
  • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
  • Experience building for multiple hardware platforms (e.g. PC, Console, MR/VR, Cloud, mobile)
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
  • Proven understanding of 3D math, linear algebra and physics
  • Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
  • Experience with performance optimization of real-time applications
  • Experience developing SDKs or shared technology that balances the needs of multiple shipping products

$219,000/year to $301,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Published October 1, 2026
Location Los Angeles, CA
Job Type Full-Time