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Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless
full-timeBoston, Cambridge, Redmond, New York, San Diego, Sunnyvale, Burlingame$184k - $257k

Summary

Location

Boston, Cambridge, Redmond, New York, San Diego, Sunnyvale, Burlingame

Salary

$184k - $257k

Type

full-time

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About this role

At Meta, we're building innovative products that make it easier for people to connect with each other and enjoy immersive experiences. Our team of world-class experts is developing and shipping products at the intersection of hardware, software, and content, pushing the future of computing platforms and redefining the way people work, play, and connect. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to design, develop, and optimize embedded firmware systems for our AR, VR, and wearable devices, working on low-level systems software, device drivers, and connectivity protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Core Android networking. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and drive innovation in areas such as computer vision, machine learning, and graphics, helping to shape the future of technology and create new experiences for augmented reality, virtual reality, and social/family products.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement software components at all layers of the system, including kernel, synchronization primitives, resource allocators, memory management, security, I/O systems, persistence, etc
  • Develop drivers and services that operate efficiently in constrained environments and deliver large volumes of data with low-latency and high-bandwidth
  • Lead hardware bring up, peripheral drivers and communication, silicon integration, and power and performance management and optimization efforts
  • Debug complex, system-level, multi-component issues that span multiple layers from kernel to application
  • Profile performance problems and drive optimizations across the entire software stack
  • Integrate software components from multiple partner teams into a unified product code base and drive their continued development
  • Analyze, design, develop, and debug firmware for various devices, including novel sensing and imaging systems, haptic devices, and audio prototypes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve issues and create new features in the connectivity space, including wireless software stacks (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Cellular, UWB, etc.)
  • Enhance complex systems with wireless interfaces and provide support to QA, manufacturing, and other software teams


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 7+ years software development experience in industry settings or PhD with 4+ years of experience
  • 3+ years embedded software development experience in industry settings
  • Experience in large-scale C/C++ code base
  • Experience defining and driving technical work streams and providing technical leadership for software engineering teams


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Java, Python, or Android
  • Experience in a field which uses Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Cellular, HDMI, GNSS, etc., or related technology
  • Experience in embedded software development for consumer electronic products
  • Experience of Cellular connectivity stack on widely available platform like Android
  • Experience in implementing or integrating Wi-Fi, preferably on a widely available platform like Android or iOS, or a system which employs the Linux Wi-Fi Protected Access supplicant
  • Experience in implementing Bluetooth Host Stack features, profiles, audio, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi/Cellular coex, etc


$184,000/year to $257,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Other facts

Tech stack
Embedded Software Development,C/C++,Device Drivers,Connectivity Protocols,Wi-Fi,Bluetooth,Android,Debugging,Performance Optimization,Cross-Functional Collaboration,Firmware Development,Wireless Software Stacks,Haptic Devices,Audio Prototypes,Computer Vision,Machine Learning

About Meta

Meta's mission is to build the future of human connection and the technology that makes it possible.

Our technologies 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.

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Meta's mission is to build the future of human connection and the technology that makes it possible.

Our technologies 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.

To help create a safe and respectful online space, we encourage constructive conversations on this page. Please note the following:

• Start with an open mind. Whether you agree or disagree, engage with empathy.
• Comments violating our Community Standards will be removed or hidden. Please treat everybody with respect.
• Keep it constructive. Use your interactions here to learn about and grow your understanding of others.
• Our moderators are here to uphold these guidelines for the benefit of everyone, every day.
• If you are seeking support for issues related to your Facebook account, please reference our Help Center (https://www.facebook.com/help) or Help Community (https://www.facebook.com/help/community).

For a full listing of our jobs, visit https://www.metacareers.com

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What you'll do

  • Design and implement software components across all system layers, including kernel and memory management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and debug firmware for various devices, enhancing systems with wireless interfaces.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Meta pay for a Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless?

Meta offers a competitive compensation package for the Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless role. The salary range is USD 184k - 257k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless do at Meta?

As a Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless at Meta, you will: design and implement software components across all system layers, including kernel and memory management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and debug firmware for various devices, enhancing systems with wireless interfaces..

Why join Meta as a Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless?

Meta is a leading Software Development company. The Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless position at Meta remote?

The Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity/Wireless position at Meta is based in Boston, Massachusetts, United States and Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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