Senior Backend Architect, Content Platform

Roblox; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 345,040 - 399,420; Full time

Job summary

Roblox is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Backend, Distributed Systems) to design backend services that enable game creators to reach a wide audience. This role is based in San Mateo, CA and requires over 13 years of experience in backend development and distributed systems. Candidates should be proficient in languages such as C#, Java, or Python. The salary range is $345,040 — $399,420 USD. Join us in shaping the future of human interaction and technology.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of experience working on scalable and reliable backend systems.
• Experience architecting and leading mission-critical applications.
• Creativity in solving hard problems and envisioning improvements.

Responsibilities

• Design and build backend services for game creators.
• Solve unique technical challenges in a scalable environment.
• Mentor and develop fellow engineers.

Skills

Backend development

Distributed systems

C# or Java or Go or C++ or Python

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Roblox is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Backend, Distributed Systems) to design backend services that enable game creators to reach a wide audience. This role is based in San Mateo, CA and requires over 13 years of experience in backend development and distributed systems. Candidates should be proficient in languages such as C#, Java, or Python. The salary range is $345,040 — $399,420 USD. Join us in shaping the future of human interaction and technology.