Principal Systems Engineer

Meta

full-time

Posted: October 10, 2025

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Description

Meta is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to provide technical vision and leadership for R&D and systems strategy across next-generation VR and Wearables products, including Realistic Avatars, Input, and Health. In this highly influential role, you will set the direction for complex, cross-functional initiatives, shaping Meta’s long-term roadmap and technology investments. You will architect and drive the convergence of advanced sub-systems, mentor technical leaders, foster innovation across multiple teams and organizations, and influence product plans and objectives. Your work will directly impact Meta’s delivery of state-of-the-art consumer experiences at scale, from incubation through mass production.

Locations

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Burlingame, CA, US

Salary

Salary not disclosed

Skills Required

systems engineeringadvanced
technical leadershipadvanced
computer visionadvanced
machine learningadvanced
systems architectureadvanced
electrical systemsintermediate
firmwareintermediate
audiointermediate
sensorsintermediate
wireless connectivityintermediate
displays/optical systemsintermediate
problem-solvingadvanced

Required Qualifications

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (degree)
10+ years of experience in systems engineering, technical leadership, or advanced product development (experience)
Demonstrated experience leading R&D and productization of complex, multi-disciplinary systems at scale (experience)
Expertise in computer vision, machine learning, and systems architecture for consumer electronics (experience)
Proven track record of defining and delivering system architectures in areas such as electrical systems, ML, firmware, audio, sensors, wireless connectivity, and displays/optical systems (experience)
Experience building and managing strategic partnerships with external partners, suppliers, and cross-functional teams (experience)
Recognized as a technical leader and mentor, with experience developing engineers and influencing organizational direction (experience)
Experience making architectural trade-offs and decisions with broad business and technical impact (experience)

Responsibilities

Set technical strategy for systems engineering across multiple product lines, influencing Meta’s R&D and product roadmaps for VR, AR, and Wearables
Lead cross-functional teams of research scientists, product managers, technical program managers(TPMs), and engineering leaders to define, architect, and deliver complex, multi-disciplinary systems
Drive technical direction in specialized domains (e.g., CV, ML, Sensors, data infrastructure), identifying and incubating new technology areas with broad organizational impact
Manage and approve system architecture decisions, ensuring alignment with long-term business and technology goals
Mentor and develop engineers and technical leads
Represent Meta externally with key partners, suppliers, and industry forums, shaping industry standards and building strategic alliances
Lead analysis and trade-off studies at the system and organizational level, making high-impact decisions that balance technical, business, and operational considerations
Establish and enforce best practices for requirements definition, system integration, and validation across multiple teams and product lines
Drive resolution of critical technical issues, removing roadblocks and ensuring delivery of high-quality, scalable solutions
Advise executive leadership on technology investments, risk management, and long-term system approaches necessary for AR, VR, and AI experiences