Senior Software Engineer, Roblox
Character Control
$242.1-293.8k
+ Equity
More information about location
Office located in San Mateo, CA
Online gaming and entertainment platform
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Online gaming and entertainment platform
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$242.1-293.8k
+ Equity
More information about location
Office located in San Mateo, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect a billion people with optimism and civility.
Role
Who you are
- You are passionate about systems architecture, specifically designing responsive interaction frameworks and state management
- You possess strong proficiency in C++ and Lua, capable of bridging high-level gameplay logic with physics-based Character Controllers
- Experience designing, extending or working within gameplay ability systems is a huge plus
- 5+ years of experience in game development, focusing on character systems, gameplay mechanics, or engine architecture
- Strong coding skills, bridging engine-level C++ with flexible Lua gameplay scripting
- A deep understanding of Finite State Machines (FSM) and data-driven, gameplay ability systems
- Experience implementing client-side prediction and server-authoritative logic for networked character movement
- A solid grasp of vector mathematics and kinematic character controllers, capable of implementing complex movement behaviors
- A drive to fine-tune the nuances of character movement, ensuring controls feel responsive, snappy, and satisfying
What the job involves
- As a Senior Software Engineer on the Character Controller team, you will architect the modular gameplay frameworks and state management systems that drive physics-based Avatar movement
- You will develop new core character abilities that serve as the foundation for millions of experiences
- You will evolve the scalable gameplay architectures that enable our developer community to build fluid, complex interactions that seamlessly integrate with the underlying physics
- Architect modular gameplay frameworks and state management systems that power the next generation of Avatar movement
- Develop the core locomotion mechanics and character abilities that serve as the gold standard for millions of players
- Bridge high-level gameplay logic with low-level engine physics to create responsive and realistic movement
- Optimize character performance and replication logic (prediction and authority) to guarantee fluid, multiplayer-ready experiences
- Identify API gaps and expand what our Character Controller technology can do for the community
Our take
Online gaming may be a well-established space, but Roblox has distinguished itself as a leader by empowering its community to build, share, and profit from their own creations, turning game development into an accessible, rewarding ecosystem for millions of users.
In addition to standard games, the platform offers virtual worlds and other experiences to explore and interact with. Its platform provides an online ecosystem for millions to create, socialize, chat, and explore immersive experiences with friends. In fact, in the US its used by two-thirds of children aged 9 to 12.
While the platform does face scrutiny over users safety (particularly given its young audience) the company's efforts to strengthen parental controls and open dialogue through initiatives like its new Parents Council signal a growing commitment to addressing these challenges. At the same time, its financial performance and creator-focused investments underscore a business in very strong health. With record payouts to developers, an expanding older player base, and a platform that increasingly rewards creative talent, Roblox's trajectory remains one of innovation and impressive growth.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
25% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 9 rounds)
Jan 2021
$520m
SERIES H
Feb 2020
$150m
SERIES G
Total funding: $922.8m
Company HQ
South San Mateo, San Mateo, CA
Leadership
David Baszucki
(Founder & CEO)Studied Electrical Engineering at Stanford before founding Knowledge Revolution in 1990, where they spent 9 years as CEO. They worked as VP of MSC.Software for 2 years, and started Roblox in 2005.
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