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Embedded roles in firmware, real-time systems, and hardware-software integration qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related STEM field must align with the role's CIP code.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Meta, we're building innovative products that make it easier for people to connect with each other and enjoy immersive experiences. Our team of experienced 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.
Embedded Software Engineer, BSP/Kernel - Reality Labs 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.
- Analyze, design, develop, and debug firmware for a wide variety of devices, including novel sensing and imaging systems, haptic devices, and audio prototypes.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including silicon architects, hardware designers, OS team, and algorithm and model development teams.
- Understand and implement power-management, boot loaders, scheduling, inter-processor communication, computer vision, and firmware/system interfaces on RTOS and/or bare-metal environments.
- Design, develop, and architect models and infrastructure building blocks of Virtual Platforms, integrating internal models and vendor IP models.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3+ years embedded software development experience in industry settings.
- 5+ years of software development experience in embedded systems, systems programming, or a related technical field, or PhD with 2+ years of experience.
- Demonstrated experience working across disciplines to drive optimal solutions.
- Experience in large-scale C/C++ code base.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in hardware bring up using interfaces like Analog-to-Digital (ADC), General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO), Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C), etc.
- Device driver development, embedded systems, or operating systems.
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: Board Support Package (BSP), Operating Systems, Android OS, Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), Bootloader, Power Management, Linux, Graphics and Display Drivers, Microcontroller Unit (MCU).
- Demonstrate specialized experience in two or more of the following areas: BSP/Board Support Package, Operating Systems, CoreOS, Kernel, Android Kernel, Bootloader, Power Management, RTOS, Linux, Graphics and Display Drivers, Microcontroller Unit (MCU).
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Experience with Software Development processes including: source control, bug tracking, and design documentation.
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews).
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements).
- Experience developing, debugging, and shipping software products on large code bases that span platforms and tools.
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.
$154,000/year to $217,000/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.
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 experienced 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.
Embedded Software Engineer, BSP/Kernel - Reality Labs 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.
- Analyze, design, develop, and debug firmware for a wide variety of devices, including novel sensing and imaging systems, haptic devices, and audio prototypes.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including silicon architects, hardware designers, OS team, and algorithm and model development teams.
- Understand and implement power-management, boot loaders, scheduling, inter-processor communication, computer vision, and firmware/system interfaces on RTOS and/or bare-metal environments.
- Design, develop, and architect models and infrastructure building blocks of Virtual Platforms, integrating internal models and vendor IP models.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3+ years embedded software development experience in industry settings.
- 5+ years of software development experience in embedded systems, systems programming, or a related technical field, or PhD with 2+ years of experience.
- Demonstrated experience working across disciplines to drive optimal solutions.
- Experience in large-scale C/C++ code base.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in hardware bring up using interfaces like Analog-to-Digital (ADC), General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO), Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C), etc.
- Device driver development, embedded systems, or operating systems.
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: Board Support Package (BSP), Operating Systems, Android OS, Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), Bootloader, Power Management, Linux, Graphics and Display Drivers, Microcontroller Unit (MCU).
- Demonstrate specialized experience in two or more of the following areas: BSP/Board Support Package, Operating Systems, CoreOS, Kernel, Android Kernel, Bootloader, Power Management, RTOS, Linux, Graphics and Display Drivers, Microcontroller Unit (MCU).
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Experience with Software Development processes including: source control, bug tracking, and design documentation.
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews).
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements).
- Experience developing, debugging, and shipping software products on large code bases that span platforms and tools.
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.
$154,000/year to $217,000/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 CIP code before applying
Pull your degree's CIP code from your DSO and cross-check it against USCIS's STEM Designated Degree Program list. Embedded roles often map to electrical engineering or computer engineering codes, but firmware-heavy positions sometimes require a closer match review.
Filter jobs by E-Verify enrollment status
Before applying, confirm each employer is enrolled in E-Verify by searching the E-Verify employer search tool. Many small embedded systems shops and defense subcontractors operate without E-Verify, which disqualifies them from hiring STEM OPT students outright.
Tailor your I-983 training plan to embedded deliverables
Work with your hiring manager to map your training objectives to specific embedded systems outcomes, such as RTOS integration milestones or hardware bring-up cycles. Vague plans that don't connect job duties to your degree field draw DSO scrutiny and can delay authorization.
Use O*NET to align your job description language
Look up the Embedded Systems Engineer occupation profile on O*NET and mirror its task and skill language in your resume and I-983. Matching USCIS-recognized occupational terminology strengthens the connection between your STEM degree and the role during any compliance review.
Target employers filing LCAs for embedded roles
Search the OFLC Wage Search to find companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for embedded or firmware engineering positions. Employers with active LCA filings already understand work authorization processes and are more likely to have HR infrastructure for STEM OPT paperwork.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-Verify employers hiring now
Search Migrate Mate for embedded engineering roles filtered to E-Verify-enrolled employers actively hiring STEM OPT students. The platform surfaces companies with verified sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on employers who can't legally hire you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my STEM degree qualify me for the 24-month STEM OPT extension in embedded engineering roles?
It depends on your specific degree and its CIP code, not just your job title. Degrees in electrical engineering, computer engineering, and computer science are commonly listed on USCIS's STEM Designated Degree Program list and align well with embedded roles. Your DSO must verify the CIP code match before authorizing the extension, so confirm eligibility with them before you accept an offer.
Does every employer hiring for embedded positions need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student. Many embedded systems employers, particularly small defense subcontractors and hardware startups, are not enrolled. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before applying. If an employer isn't listed, they cannot legally hire you on STEM OPT, regardless of the role's qualifications.
What should the I-983 training plan include for an embedded engineering position?
Your I-983 must connect your specific job duties to your STEM degree field with concrete learning objectives and performance evaluation criteria. For embedded roles, this means documenting outcomes like low-level driver development, real-time operating system work, or hardware-software interface projects. Generic descriptions like 'software development' are insufficient. Your DSO and employer both sign the plan, and USCIS can audit it, so specificity protects you.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files an H-1B petition while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your STEM OPT authorization expires between April 1 and September 30 and your employer has filed a timely H-1B visa cap-subject petition on your behalf, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You don't need to apply separately. Your I-20 must be updated by your DSO to reflect cap-gap status, and you should carry it with your EAD when working during this period.
Where can I find embedded engineering jobs with employers already set up for STEM OPT hiring?
Migrate Mate lists embedded engineering roles filtered to E-Verify-enrolled employers with demonstrated sponsorship history. This saves significant time compared to researching each company individually, since STEM OPT eligibility depends entirely on the employer's E-Verify status, not just the job's technical requirements. You can search by role type and filter for employers already familiar with STEM OPT compliance obligations.