Principal Backend Software Engineer

Roblox

2 days ago

San Mateo, CA, USA

Staff+

H1B Sponsor

Base Salary

$329k - $380k/yr

Responsibilities

Design and build the systems architecture that powers Roblox products and experiences.
Lead the design and implementation necessary to scale the backend infrastructure across our tech stack.
Collaborate with other teams to ensure products are built with a community-first approach.
Optimize performance for real-time communication and complex social graphs.
Act as an ambassador for Roblox, communicating with industry and community stakeholders.

7+ years of software development experience.
Knowledge of server-side architecture/design and compiled languages such as C#, Java, or Go.
Experience designing and building full-stack systems for consumer-facing APIs.
BS in Computer Science or a related discipline; advanced degrees are a plus.
Proven leadership in making challenging technical decisions across teams.
User-oriented mindset, focusing on the needs of Roblox users and internal engineers.
Creative problem-solving skills with a strategic approach.

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