2 months ago
Vancouver, CanadaSenior
Responsibilities
- Lead complex geometry projects end to end, from research and prototyping through production deployment and maintenance.
- Develop efficient algorithms for convex decomposition, mesh partitioning, boolean operations, real-time simulation, and collision detection.
- Solve discrete mathematics and computational geometry problems using linear algebra, numerical solvers, and advanced data structures.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Assess downstream system impacts and ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with Geometry and Engine team strategy.
- Collaborate with Graphics, Physics, and Avatar teams to integrate geometry components into the Roblox platform.
Requirements
- 5+ years of industry experience or equivalent research experience in C++ and 3D application development.
- Experience optimizing 3D game engines or real-time geometry applications.
- Deep knowledge of modern C++, algorithms, advanced data structures, computational linear algebra, numerical solvers, and computational geometry.
- Strong understanding of simulation and real-time graphics, including vector and matrix math and finite-element methods.
- Ability to lead projects, mentor junior engineers, navigate ambiguity, and make data-driven technical decisions.
- An MSc or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field is preferred, with focus on computational geometry, modeling, or simulation.
- Experience with WebGL or other web-based 3D frameworks, Unity, or Unreal Engine is preferred.
- Publications or contributions to computational geometry and experience taking features from concept to product shipment are preferred.
Benefits
- Equity compensation and employee benefits are available to full-time employees.
- Office-based roles are onsite Tuesday through Thursday, with optional presence Monday and Friday.
- The company provides reasonable accommodations during the recruiting process.
Tech Stack
Categories
Gaming
About Roblox
Roblox builds a platform for user‑generated 3D experiences, offering Roblox Studio for creators and a social marketplace where players explore and interact across devices. Its business model centers on virtual currency (Robux) and subscriptions, platform fees paid to creators, and an expanding advertising offering. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Roblox Corporation is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker RBLX.