Senior Studio Software Engineer: Shape Next-Gen Game Tools

Roblox; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 197,000 - 243,000; Full time

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Job summary

Roblox is seeking a Sr. Studio Software Engineer for Roblox Studio Platform based in San Mateo, CA. You will shape the technical direction and deliver complex projects spanning UI, OS integration, and backend infrastructure, enabling world‑class game development tools.

You will collaborate with UX and cross‑functional teams to evolve a modern design language and scalable architecture while mentoring peers and advancing code quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing and deploying top-tier, user-facing applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of deep experience with C++.
• Experience with UI frameworks like React, SwiftUI, Cocoa, Swift, or WPF is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute the technical direction to drive the future extensibility and adaptability of the application.
• Own and deliver complex technical projects from the initial spark of an idea through full execution.
• Work cross-functionally across teams and platforms to solve systemic challenges.
• Mentor team members, fostering a culture of high-level technical expertise and professional growth.
• Implement strategies and patterns that define the next generation of professional game development tools.

Skills

C++

UI frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Roblox is seeking a Sr. Studio Software Engineer for Roblox Studio Platform based in San Mateo, CA. You will shape the technical direction and deliver complex projects spanning UI, OS integration, and backend infrastructure, enabling world‑class game development tools.

You will collaborate with UX and cross‑functional teams to evolve a modern design language and scalable architecture while mentoring peers and advancing code quality.