14 hours ago
San Mateo, CA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$197k - $243k/yr
Responsibilities
- Prototype and implement advanced AI and machine learning solutions for core platform features.
- Develop and deploy deep learning, generative AI, and multimodal models for complex technical challenges.
- Collaborate with applied researchers, engineers, and product teams to turn research concepts into production systems.
- Translate research into scalable and robust infrastructure serving hundreds of millions of daily active users.
- Design ML solutions based on user and product needs to improve engagement, safety, and content ecosystem growth.
- Own projects from ideation through production deployment and academic publication.
Requirements
- Possess or be pursuing a PhD in computer science, engineering, or a related field with a thesis aligned to Roblox’s research areas.
- Have deep expertise in a relevant area such as deep learning, computer vision, NLP, reinforcement learning, or distributed systems.
- Proficiency in one or more of Python, C++, Go, or Java.
- Experience building and optimizing large-scale systems.
- A strong research record demonstrated by multiple publications and presentations in rigorous peer-reviewed venues.
Benefits
- Full-time employees are eligible for equity compensation and benefits.
- Office-based roles are onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional presence Monday and Friday.
- For San Mateo-based roles, the stated annual base salary range is $196,750–$243,290 USD.
- Roblox provides reasonable accommodations during the recruiting process for qualifying disabilities or religious beliefs.
Categories
AI ResearchML Engineering
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.