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Meta · 17 hours ago

Software Engineering Manager, Javascript Platform - Programming Languages and Runtimes (PL&R)

Menlo Park, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$184K/yr - $257K/yr

8+ years exp

Meta is a technology company that builds platforms to connect people and grow businesses. They are seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead teams of experienced engineers in the Javascript Platform, focusing on technical innovation in type systems and JavaScript execution while driving high-impact improvements across Meta’s ecosystem.

Computer Software

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Grow and mentor a team of programming language, compiler and runtime domain experts, supporting career growth and matching project opportunities

Establish effective partnerships with peer engineering teams, product groups, and open source communities to deliver integrated solutions and drive high-impact, cross-team initiatives

Set the strategic direction for the team, guiding the evolution of Meta’s JavaScript platform to meet current and future product needs

Stay closely engaged with ongoing software development, providing technical guidance, resolving challenges, and participating in key design and architectural decisions

Promote a work environment with a focus on craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and innovation, ensuring the teams deliver robust, scalable, and high-performance solutions for Meta’s products

Qualification

JavaScriptC++RustCompiler architectureVirtual machine architectureJavaScript ecosystemTechnical managementOpen source engagementMentoring

Required

Bachelor of Science/Masters in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience

8+ years (or 4+ years with PhD) 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

Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in compiler construction or programming language theory

5+ years of experience in systems programming using C++ or Rust, involving memory management, concurrency, and low-level optimization

Experience with compiler architecture and development (e.g., domain-specific, static/dynamic language design, runtime optimization, and developer experience)

Demonstrated experience of working on virtual machine architecture (e.g., JS engines like V8, SpiderMonkey, or Hermes)

Extensive experience with the JavaScript ecosystem, including bundlers (Metro, Webpack)

Familiarity with open source community engagement and contributions