**Summary:** Meta is seeking a forward thinking, experienced candidate to join the Foundation Labs team as an Automation Engineer. The Automation Engineer sets the framework for processes enabling work on hardware within our labs, and then delivers automation for scale. This requires labs that are fully remote and seamlessly accessible across multiple geographical regions along with offering standardized capabilities enabling the end users (engineers) to focus on platform development and thereby also attempting to reduce the time from engineering lab to Data Center labs through production. The Automation Engineer is a critical role in continuing to accelerate hardware development at Meta. We move fast and are looking for a person who will find the most effective and efficient ways to solve complex problems within varied, small to hyper-scale environments. **Required Skills:** Production Systems Engineer, Foundation Labs Responsibilities: 1. Build the test tools and automation frameworks to optimize development, integration, deployment and lifecycle management of hardware Systems in Meta Labs and Data Centers 2. Constantly work to improve throughput and reliability of our continuous test systems and processes 3. Provide the framework to users who require access to various systems within labs, through remote managed access 4. Ensure availability of hardware and software within labs for end users, through automated tools 5. Drive scalability and reliability of labs tools, enabling operational success of core functions through automation 6. Enable initial functionality of tools required for systems provisioning within engineering and production environments **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 7. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 8. 4+ years of experience as Software Systems Professional 9. Proficient in object oriented programming (Python or C++) 10. Experienced working in Linux Systems Environments 11. In depth troubleshooting and analytical experience **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 12. Experienced in developing tools and services for automation 13. Experienced with leading-edge technologies and micro services like Docker 14. Experienced with Javascript, PHP and Hack 15. Experienced with REST, GraphQL and MySql 16. Experienced with Jenkins or similar automation framework 17. Familiar with configuration management systems like Chef 18. Familiar with Storage, Compute, Network Hardware Design, and Development 19. Experience in data center production support at scale **Public Compensation:** $163,000/year to $225,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** 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@fb.com.