Roblox
Principal Software Engineer - Studio
Roblox, San Mateo, California, United States, 94403
Every day, tens of millions of people come to Roblox to explore, create, play, learn, and connect with friends in 3D immersive digital experiences– all created by our global community of developers and creators.
If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.At Roblox, we’re building the tools and platform that empower our community to bring any experience that they can imagine to life. Our vision is to reimagine the way people come together, from anywhere in the world, and on any device. We’re on a mission to connect a billion people with optimism and civility, and looking for amazing talent to help us get there.A career at Roblox means you’ll be working to shape the future of human interaction, solving unique technical challenges at scale, and helping to create safer, more civil shared experiences for everyone.As a Principal Engineer for Roblox Studio, you will be a necessary contributor to the evolution of Roblox Studio, which is the primary IDE for making massive multiplayer online games on the Roblox platform. Roblox Studio is the ultimate
Creator Experience , providing tools for 3D modeling, animation, complete SDLC, and testing for teams and individual game developers.The Studio Platform Team provides the foundation for every team and third-party developer that works on Studio by building the core application experience, architecture, and UX fundamentals. This role does not require experience in the aforementioned; large-scale desktop application experience will suffice. You will report to the Senior Engineering Manager and work in our San Mateo, CA HQ 3 days a week (Tuesdays to Thursdays).You are:Passionate about core user features - explorer, properties, windowing systemsKnowledgeable about foundational application architectureExperienced with UX designers for overall design language for StudioFamiliar with UX component frameworksFamiliar with central backend systemsYou will:Oversee the architecture and technical direction that will be the future of our applicationWork across teams and technology platforms to ensure our solutions are universal and expansiveDesign, develop, and implement best technological practices and strategiesMentor team members and help them improve their professional skills and expertiseUnderstand and be able to read and write software source code in the C++ and Lua programming languagesWrite design documents that describe the construction and operation of softwareWork with design teams on User Interface designs and translate them into software designsUse metrics, crash reports, and user submissions to track down and repair software errorsCollaborate with team members via email, messaging, video conferencing, and in-officeYou Have:10+ years of experience in developing and deploying top user-facing applicationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a similar technical field6+ years of experience with C++ requiredExperience with UI frameworks like QT/QML, React, Cocoa, or WPF requiredProficiency in industry standards, best practices, and design patternsExperience approaching a problem from different angles, analyzing pros and cons of different solutionsFor 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 benefits.Annual Salary Range: $315,850 — $383,910 USDRoles 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 packageExcellent medical, dental, and vision coverageA rewarding 401k programFlexible vacation policy (varies by exemption status)Roflex - Flexible and supportive work policyRoblox Admin badge for your avatarAt Roblox HQ:
Free catered lunches five times a week and several fully stocked kitchens with unlimited snacksOnsite fitness center and fitness program creditAnnual CalTrain Go Pass
Roblox provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Roblox also provides reasonable accommodations for all candidates during the interview process.
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If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.At Roblox, we’re building the tools and platform that empower our community to bring any experience that they can imagine to life. Our vision is to reimagine the way people come together, from anywhere in the world, and on any device. We’re on a mission to connect a billion people with optimism and civility, and looking for amazing talent to help us get there.A career at Roblox means you’ll be working to shape the future of human interaction, solving unique technical challenges at scale, and helping to create safer, more civil shared experiences for everyone.As a Principal Engineer for Roblox Studio, you will be a necessary contributor to the evolution of Roblox Studio, which is the primary IDE for making massive multiplayer online games on the Roblox platform. Roblox Studio is the ultimate
Creator Experience , providing tools for 3D modeling, animation, complete SDLC, and testing for teams and individual game developers.The Studio Platform Team provides the foundation for every team and third-party developer that works on Studio by building the core application experience, architecture, and UX fundamentals. This role does not require experience in the aforementioned; large-scale desktop application experience will suffice. You will report to the Senior Engineering Manager and work in our San Mateo, CA HQ 3 days a week (Tuesdays to Thursdays).You are:Passionate about core user features - explorer, properties, windowing systemsKnowledgeable about foundational application architectureExperienced with UX designers for overall design language for StudioFamiliar with UX component frameworksFamiliar with central backend systemsYou will:Oversee the architecture and technical direction that will be the future of our applicationWork across teams and technology platforms to ensure our solutions are universal and expansiveDesign, develop, and implement best technological practices and strategiesMentor team members and help them improve their professional skills and expertiseUnderstand and be able to read and write software source code in the C++ and Lua programming languagesWrite design documents that describe the construction and operation of softwareWork with design teams on User Interface designs and translate them into software designsUse metrics, crash reports, and user submissions to track down and repair software errorsCollaborate with team members via email, messaging, video conferencing, and in-officeYou Have:10+ years of experience in developing and deploying top user-facing applicationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a similar technical field6+ years of experience with C++ requiredExperience with UI frameworks like QT/QML, React, Cocoa, or WPF requiredProficiency in industry standards, best practices, and design patternsExperience approaching a problem from different angles, analyzing pros and cons of different solutionsFor 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 benefits.Annual Salary Range: $315,850 — $383,910 USDRoles 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 packageExcellent medical, dental, and vision coverageA rewarding 401k programFlexible vacation policy (varies by exemption status)Roflex - Flexible and supportive work policyRoblox Admin badge for your avatarAt Roblox HQ:
Free catered lunches five times a week and several fully stocked kitchens with unlimited snacksOnsite fitness center and fitness program creditAnnual CalTrain Go Pass
Roblox provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Roblox also provides reasonable accommodations for all candidates during the interview process.
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