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Production Engineer

United Kingdom Meta Approximately £85,000–£150,000 base salary per year, with total compensation potentially reaching £130,000–£250,000 or more including bonus and equity.*
Job Description

Meta’s Production Engineers build and operate reliable, scalable systems supporting products used by billions of people. Requirements typically include a degree or equivalent experience in computer science, engineering, or a related field; strong programming skills in languages such as Python, PHP, C++, or Java; and practical knowledge of Linux, networking, databases, automation, and distributed systems. Candidates should be comfortable troubleshooting complex production issues, improving system performance, developing tools, participating in on-call support, and collaborating across engineering teams. Meta expects strong analytical thinking, clear communication, ownership, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving environment.

Company Info

Meta Platforms, Inc. is a global technology company headquartered in Menlo Park, California, and known for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. It also develops advertising technologies, artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality products through Reality Labs, and large-scale infrastructure supporting billions of users worldwide. Meta employs engineers, researchers, designers, business specialists, and operations professionals across international offices, including locations in the United Kingdom. The company focuses on connecting people, advancing digital communication, and developing next-generation technologies. Its engineering culture emphasizes rapid experimentation, large-scale systems, open collaboration, automation, and measurable impact. Meta offers competitive compensation, employee benefits, and opportunities to work on globally significant technical challenges, although roles can involve demanding delivery expectations and participation in operational support.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities in software engineering, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, finance technology, healthcare technology, consulting, and research, with major technology hubs in London, Cambridge, Manchester, Edinburgh, Bristol, and Belfast. British workplace culture is generally professional, collaborative, and respectful of personal time, though expectations vary by company and team. Lifestyle options range from busy city living to quieter coastal and rural communities, with excellent public transport, universities, healthcare, arts, and sports. International candidates usually need a valid work visa; the Skilled Worker visa is a common route, and some large employers can sponsor eligible technology roles. Applicants should confirm sponsorship, salary thresholds, and occupation requirements before accepting an offer. Relocation costs, housing, council tax, and commuting expenses can be significant, especially in London. The UK’s climate is mild but frequently wet, and regional living costs differ considerably.