Software Engineer - Gameplay
1 month ago• Flexible / Remote
Reality Labs at Meta is building products that make it easier for people to connect with the ones they love most, enjoy top-notch, wire-free VR, and push the future of computing platforms. We are a team of experts developing and shipping products at the intersection of hardware, software and content.
Software Engineer - Gameplay Responsibilities:
- Build tech, tools and pipelines for generating very high quality digital representations of people
- Architect and implement efficient and reusable systems that drive animation in complex real-time cross-platform applications
- Set a high-quality bar to make our technology easy and delightful for developers to use
- Create high-quality, well optimized, and maintainable code
- Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, designers, artists, and user researchers to deliver innovative mixed reality and flat-screen products
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- Demonstrated experience with C++
- Experience as an engineer building and shipping features within 3D real-time interactive engines (Unity 3D, Unreal, or other/proprietary)
- Experience in object-oriented and component-based design experience
- Required understanding of 3D math and linear algebra
- Required problem-solving and capacity to communicate technical concepts
- Experience with character animation and behavior technology and pipelines
- Understanding of and experience with video game physics
- Experience with C# or similar programming languages
- Experience delivering AAA Games
- Experience with development for virtual reality (Rift, Quest, VIVE, Gear VR, etc.)
- Experience working across a mixed technology stack that includes C/C++ components
- Experience with performance optimization of real-time applications
- Preferred understanding and sense of empathy for VR users and developers
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.
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.
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Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2aDUMAZ
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-06-20T00:23:25
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Sabbatical
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Pension
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion
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