
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...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Roblox is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for the Avatar Animation team to build innovative animation systems and tools. You'll work with C++ and the Roblox game engine to enhance user experiences. This role requires experience in animation for games or interactive applications.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on animation systems — your experience includes working with C++ and developing tools that enhance user experiences in interactive environments. You are passionate about creating engaging content and understand the importance of usability and performance in animation technology.
You have a proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to push the boundaries of what is possible in game development — your ability to communicate effectively with developers and creators ensures that the tools you build meet the needs of the community. You thrive in environments where creativity and technical expertise intersect, and you are eager to contribute to a platform that empowers millions of users.
Desirable
Experience with game engines and a deep understanding of animation principles will set you apart — familiarity with the Roblox platform or similar environments is a plus. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced setting and are excited about the opportunity to innovate and improve existing systems.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Animation team, you will leverage the Roblox game engine to create groundbreaking animation experiences — your work will involve enhancing the animation tech, tools, and pipeline that support our global community of developers. You will be responsible for identifying issues within the animation systems and implementing solutions that improve performance and usability.
You will collaborate closely with other engineers and designers to ensure that the animation tools you develop are intuitive and effective — your contributions will directly impact the quality of experiences that millions of players enjoy on the platform. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of learning and innovation within the team.
What we offer
At Roblox, you will be part of a mission-driven company that aims to connect a billion people through shared experiences — we offer a collaborative work environment where creativity is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. You will have access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on the community.
We provide competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the company — we believe in investing in our employees and supporting their career aspirations. Join us in shaping the future of human interaction through immersive digital experiences.
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