
About Roblox
Empowering creators in a vibrant gaming universe
Key Highlights
- Over 200 million monthly active users globally
- More than $500 million paid to developers in 2022
- Headquartered in South San Mateo, CA
- $922.8 million raised in Series G funding
Roblox is an online gaming and entertainment platform headquartered in South San Mateo, CA, that connects over 200 million monthly active users. The platform empowers its community to create and monetize their own games, with over $500 million paid out to developers in 2022 alone. As a leader in the...
🎁 Benefits
Roblox offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-life balance. Employees a...
🌟 Culture
Roblox fosters a creator-centric culture, encouraging employees to innovate and collaborate while prioritizing user safety. The company values communi...
Overview
Roblox is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to develop user-facing experiences for avatar customization. You'll work with Lua and C++ to enhance the Roblox platform. This position requires significant experience in software development.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building user-facing applications. Your expertise in Lua and C++ allows you to create engaging and interactive experiences that resonate with users. You are passionate about gaming and understand the importance of user customization in enhancing player engagement. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to bring innovative ideas to life. Your problem-solving skills enable you to tackle complex technical challenges effectively, ensuring high-quality deliverables. You are committed to creating safe and enjoyable experiences for users, aligning with Roblox's mission to foster a positive community.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Identity team, your core responsibility will be to develop new user-facing experiences that allow players to customize their avatars in exciting ways. You will add new features to the Roblox app using Luau and React, enhancing the overall user experience. Collaborating closely with designers and product managers, you will contribute to the team's roadmap and strategy, ensuring alignment with the company's vision. You will also build upon the game APIs used by third-party developers, facilitating seamless integration and customization options for player avatars. Your role will involve active participation in code reviews, mentoring junior engineers, and driving technical discussions to improve the team's output.
What we offer
At Roblox, you will be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of human interaction through immersive digital experiences. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on millions of players worldwide. Join us in our mission to connect a billion people with optimism and civility, and help us create safer, more civil shared experiences for everyone.
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