Principal Game Engine Data Model Architect (C++)

Roblox; California (MO); On-site; USD 295,000 - 345,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Roblox is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for the Game Engine Data Model team in San Mateo, CA. You will design core data structures powering the Roblox engine and lead architectural decisions across multiple platforms.

The role requires deep C++ expertise, systems-level programming, and a passion for scalable, tested, and robust game engine internals. Onsite collaboration with diverse teams is expected.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience with C++ code-generation and analysis tools.
• Outstanding systems-level C++ programming skills.
• Curiosity about CPU internals, smart pointers, templates, and memory management.

Responsibilities

• Develop engine code that performs well for all user-created games on the Roblox platform.
• Establish the foundational architecture and technical direction for the team.
• Work cross-functionally to deliver high quality functionality across platforms.

Skills

C++ expert

Systems programming

C++ ASTs

CS degree

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science

Tools

libclang

Abstract Syntax Trees

Job description

Roblox is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for the Game Engine Data Model team in San Mateo, CA. You will design core data structures powering the Roblox engine and lead architectural decisions across multiple platforms.

The role requires deep C++ expertise, systems-level programming, and a passion for scalable, tested, and robust game engine internals. Onsite collaboration with diverse teams is expected.