Join Meta Reality Labs as a Research Scientist in Wireless Technology

Meta Reality Labs unites top-tier experts to innovate and deliver groundbreaking products at the convergence of hardware, software, and content. Our mission is clear: to scale complete product delivery, particularly products that redefine new categories and propel Meta's goal of connecting the world.

Research Scientist, Wireless (PhD) Role Overview

The Reality Labs Wireless New Technology Introduction Team is seeking a Research Scientist to advance state-of-the-art wireless technology for AR/VR applications. Your contributions will drive the future of augmented and virtual reality technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and prototype wireless technologies for AR/VR device sensing and communication.
• Collaborate closely with product, research, and other cross-functional teams to deliver hardware and software solutions.
• Create hardware platforms and software infrastructures to expedite research and development.
• Develop technology demonstrations and effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree completion required before joining Meta.
• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience. Degree completion required before joining Meta.
• Prior research in areas such as Electromagnetics and antenna technology, Radio-frequency systems, or Signal processing and machine learning.
• Experience with at least one machine learning platform (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, MATLAB Deep Learning Toolbox).
• Work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, with ongoing authorization during employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to articulate complex research in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
• Track record of significant achievements demonstrated through grants, fellowships, patents, and authored publications.
• Hands-on experience with signal processing, data analysis, machine learning models, or platform development in radar, lidar, or equivalent technologies.
• Familiarity with VR, MR, and AR platforms.
• Proven experience in cross-functional team communication and collaboration.

About Meta

Meta invests in technologies that bring people together and foster community creation and business growth. Since Facebook's inception in 2004, our apps like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp have connected billions globally. Today, Meta is leading the future of immersive experiences with augmented and virtual reality, catalyzing the next era of social technology. Join us in building a future that transcends the possibilities of current digital connections, distances, and even the physical world's constraints.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary: $117,000/year to $173,000/year, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Compensation details reflect the range but do not include potential bonus, equity, or sales incentives. Meta offers a host of benefits; learn more about .

Support for Candidates

Meta is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruiting process for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, sincerely held religious beliefs, neurodivergence, or pregnancy-related needs. For support, please contact accommodations-ext@fb.com.

Company name: Meta
Job title: Research Scientist, Wireless (PhD)