As a Software Engineer on our Game Solutions Engineering team, you will push the envelope of what’s possible in top and emerging experiences on Roblox. You’ll focus on prototyping, deploying solutions with external development studios and iterating with cutting edge engine features. You’ll ultimately have a strong influence on our engine roadmap and APIs.

You Will:

Serve as a trusted technical advisor to external game development studios, helping them optimize performance, scalability, and quality.
Work deeply on prototypes that push the boundaries of what our engine can support, contributing large amounts of Luau code to demonstrate the feasibility of various game modes.
Identify, articulate, and advocate for core engine, performance and debugging tooling projects.
Collaborate closely with other engineers in the Solutions team, the core engine and Roblox Studio teams to shape the future of the platform.
You Have:

Deep expertise in game development, including performance optimization in multiplayer networked games, understanding of client/server authority, player movement, and more.
Roblox / Luau development experience is a strong plus
A track record of successful game(s) on the Roblox platform is a very strong plus.
Experience in team-based game development is strongly preferred.
A passion for promoting and building great development tools – profilers, debuggers, source control, 3D asset iteration, etc.
C++ experience is a plus but not required
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into understandable and compelling guides and documentation.
No serious or recent moderations incidents and are at least 18-years old
You may redact age, date of birth, and dates of attendance/graduation from your resume if you prefer.

For roles that are based at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA: The starting base pay for this position is as shown below. The actual base pay is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs and market demand. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. All full-time employees are also eligible for equity compensation and for benefits.
Annual Salary Range
$150,120—$150,120 USD
Roles that are based in our San Mateo, CA Headquarters are in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional in-office on Monday and Friday (unless otherwise noted).

You’ll Love:

Industry-leading compensation package
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
A rewarding 401k program
Flexible vacation policy (varies by exemption status)
Roflex – Flexible and supportive work policy
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At Roblox HQ:
Free catered lunches five times a week and several fully stocked kitchens with unlimited snacks
Onsite fitness center and fitness program credit
Annual CalTrain Go Pass
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