Director, Studio Core Systems & Tools

Roblox; San Mateo (CA); Hybrid; USD 399,420 - 457,970; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading interactive platform based in San Mateo, CA, is seeking a Director of Engineering for Studio Systems. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of engineering experience with a strong background in C++, developer tools, and technical leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing technical direction, leading teams on core systems, and ensuring high-quality standards. The role is hybrid with scheduled onsite days and offers a competitive salary range between $399,420 – $457,970 USD.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of engineering experience, especially in leadership positions.
• Strong experience in building sophisticated developer tools or IDEs.
• Proven record in delivering reliable systems in production environments.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical direction of Studio's core systems.
• Lead teams on foundational areas like scripting and debugging.
• Drive alignment and execution across multiple teams.

Skills

Engineering experience

Leadership in technical systems

Building developer tools

C++ expertise

Familiarity with creator tools

AI-assisted creation knowledge

Job description

A leading interactive platform based in San Mateo, CA, is seeking a Director of Engineering for Studio Systems. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of engineering experience with a strong background in C++, developer tools, and technical leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing technical direction, leading teams on core systems, and ensuring high-quality standards. The role is hybrid with scheduled onsite days and offers a competitive salary range between $399,420 – $457,970 USD.