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Principal Software Engineer in USA

  • San Mateo, CA

Responsibilities

  • Build a first-of-its-kind ads system within the Roblox Game Engine.
  • Develop new ad formats and integrations, starting with video.
  • Design and improve high-performance systems that scale across Roblox experiences.
  • Help establish Roblox’s ads business while maintaining user experience and platform integrity.
  • Build robust, production-quality systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams on community-respecting ad solutions.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience working in deep, complex C++ codebases on challenging technical problems.
  • Strong background with app metrics, analytics, or data science and the ability to interpret and act on insights.
  • High standards for data accuracy and a deep understanding of reliable data systems.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain robust, production-quality systems.
  • Curiosity and willingness to learn emerging technologies.

Benefits

  • Full-time employees are eligible for equity compensation and benefits.
  • Office-based roles are onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional presence on Monday and Friday.
  • The role is based at Roblox headquarters in San Mateo, California, for applicable office-based positions.

Salary: $295k - $345k/yr

Roblox

Roblox's vision is to reimagine the way people come together. Our mission is to connect a billion people with optimism and civility. What is Roblox? Roblox is a platform where people come together virtually to share experiences. Every day, tens of millions of people from around the world come to ...

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