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INTRODUCTION
Meta is seeking Research Engineers to join the Evaluations team within Meta Superintelligence Labs. Evaluations are the core of AI progress at MSL, determining what capabilities get built, which features get prioritized, and how fast our models improve. As a Research Engineer on this team, you will curate and build the benchmarks for our most advanced AI models, across text, vision, audio, and beyond. You'll work alongside world-class researchers and engineers to collect, develop, and deploy novel benchmarks and reinforcement learning environments. This is a highly technical role requiring practical research engineering skills and the ability to work independently on a variety of open-ended machine learning challenges with high reliability. The evaluations you build will directly impact the research direction and major model lines within MSL, making engineering reliability, rigor, and scalability paramount. You will excel by maintaining high velocity while adapting to rapidly shifting priorities as we advance the technical research frontier. You'll need to be flexible and adaptive, tackling a wide variety of problems in the evaluations space, from implementing existing benchmarks to developing novel benchmarks and environments to implementing evaluation tooling at scale. If you are passionate about defining the capabilities that drive AI progress and thrive in fast-paced, high-impact research environments, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at the core of MSL.
RESEARCH ENGINEER - MSL FAIR FOUNDATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Curate and integrate publicly available and internal benchmarks to direct the capabilities of frontier model development
- Develop and implement evaluation environments, including environments for novel model capabilities and modalities
- Collaborate with external data vendors to source and prepare high-quality evaluation datasets
- Execute on the technical vision of research scientists designing new benchmarks and evaluations
- Build robust, reusable evaluation pipelines that scale across multiple model lines and product areas
- Contribute to evaluation tooling that measures the quality and reliability of evaluation suites
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- 4+ years of experience in machine learning engineering, machine learning research, or a related technical role
- Proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch
- Experience identifying, designing and completing medium to large technical features independently, without guidance
- Demonstrated experience in software engineering practices including version control, testing, and code review practices
- Ability to work independently and adapt to rapidly changing priorities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Publications at peer-reviewed venues (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP, or similar) related to language model evaluation, benchmarking, or deep learning
- Hands-on experience with language model post-training and deep learning systems, or building reinforcement learning environments
- Experience implementing or developing evaluation benchmarks for large language models and multimodal models (e.g., vision-language, audio, video)
- Experience working with large-scale distributed systems and data pipelines
- Familiarity with language model evaluation frameworks and metrics
- Track record of open-source contributions to ML evaluation tools or benchmarks
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@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $183,997/year to $257,000/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.
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Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the research engineering position, not just STEM broadly. A mechanical engineering degree supporting a materials research role clears this bar; a general business degree typically doesn't. Check the O*NET profile for your specific research discipline.
Target cap-exempt research employers first
Universities, affiliated research institutions, and nonprofits attached to higher education are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time without lottery selection. Pursue these employers if you need status sooner than the next October 1 start date.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Research Engineer openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already committed to sponsoring this role type rather than hoping a recruiter can answer the question.
Ask employers about their prevailing wage tier
Your H-1B petition requires DOL certification at a prevailing wage level for your specific SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation to understand which wage tier the employer is likely filing at for your role and metro area.
Prepare a publications and IP disclosure summary
Research Engineer petitions often require evidence of specialized expertise. Compile a list of published papers, patents, conference presentations, or proprietary research contributions before your employer starts the H-1B filing process. This documentation speeds up RFE responses if USCIS questions specialty occupation.
Confirm premium processing availability before accepting
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, which targets a 15-business-day adjudication window. If your project timeline or start date is fixed, confirm your employer is willing to file with premium processing before you give notice at a current position.
H-1B Visa Research Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as electrical engineering, computer science, materials science, or a comparable discipline. USCIS evaluates whether the specific research tasks require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge. Generic research assistant roles without a defined degree requirement may not qualify, so the job description wording matters significantly.
Can I get an H-1B as a Research Engineer without going through the lottery?
Yes, if your employer is cap-exempt. Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research labs are not subject to the annual H-1B cap or lottery. If you're employed by or working at one of these institutions, your employer can file your petition at any point in the year. Roles at for-profit tech or pharmaceutical research divisions are generally cap-subject and require lottery selection.
What documentation does my employer need to file an H-1B for a Research Engineer?
Your employer needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, which covers the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. They'll also need evidence that the role is a specialty occupation, typically supported by your academic credentials, any licenses, and documentation of the research scope. Your published work, patents, or research portfolio can strengthen the petition if USCIS issues an RFE.
How do I find Research Engineer employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows Research Engineer openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're not guessing whether a company sponsors. You can also cross-reference the OFLC Wage Search to see what prevailing wage tier employers have filed for comparable roles in specific metro areas, which gives you a clearer picture of hiring patterns before you apply.
What happens to my H-1B if my research project ends or my employer loses funding?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, not the specific project. If your employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period under USCIS rules to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during this window, and you can begin work for the new employer once USCIS receives the petition, not after approval.