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Software Engineering Manager - Horizon Engine

Meta
Bellevue, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2026
Meta is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Engineering Manager to join our team. As an engineering manager you will support, enable and empower your team, managing high performing engineers to make a meaningful impact on billions of people around the world. Software Engineering Managers are clearly characterized by progressive technical experience and demonstrated progression in management responsibility.


Software Engineering Manager - Horizon Engine Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage a team of software engineers to deliver high-quality products and solutions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical innovation
  • Develop and implement technical strategies to achieve business objectives
  • Foster an environment of continuous learning, growth, and improvement



Minimum Qualifications:

  • 8 years of, or PhD 4 years of software engineering work experience, including hands on technical management
  • Demonstrated experience recruiting, building, structuring, and leading technical organizations, including performance management
  • Experience supporting, coaching, mentoring, and developing software engineers
  • 2 years of experience in managing a team of engineers with varied skill 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 building for multiple hardware platforms (e.g. PC, Console, MR/VR, Cloud, mobile)
  • Experience with performance optimization of real-time applications
  • Experience developing SDKs or shared technology that balances the needs of multiple shipping products



About Meta:

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.


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 accommodations-ext@fb.com.

$177,000/year to $251,000/year bonus equity benefits

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.

Salary : $177,000 - $251,000

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