Senior Software Engineer - Game Engine Systems (C++)

Overview

Senior Software Engineer on the Engine Networking team, building C++ engine sub-systems that power the Roblox game engine and every application Roblox develops.

What you'll do

• Develop engine code in C++ for sub-systems critical to the Roblox game engine.
• Work on sub-systems that handle data syncing between server and client, game-aware data streaming, and harmonizing resource usage across devices with varying CPU and memory capabilities.
• Work on every application Roblox develops, from mobile phone clients to cloud-based servers.

What you'll need

• 4+ years of experience working on deep and challenging problems in large and complex C++ codebases.
• Comfort with system-level pointers, templates, and raw blocks of memory.
• Experience working in the guts of game engine, or passion for learning it.
• Experience building systems that work and keep working reliably.
• A curiosity to learn and stay up-to-date on technology development.

Details

• Location: San Mateo, CA, United States (headquarters).
• Office days: onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional presence on Monday and Friday.
• Employment is full-time; eligible for equity compensation and benefits.
• Annual base salary range: $243,290 to $295,250 USD.
• For US-based roles only: the Company may not be able to employ candidates who have United States work authorization related to certain U.S. visa categories, or support future H-1B sponsorship at this time.