Senior Software Engineer - Core UX Studio

About Roblox

Roblox is reimagining the way people come together to create, play, explore, learn, and connect across 3D immersive digital experiences created by a global community of developers and creators.

About the Role

As a Senior Studio Software Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the evolution of Roblox Studio, the primary IDE for building massive multiplayer online games on the Roblox platform. Studio provides tools for 3D modeling, animation, SDLC, and testing. Experience in game development or 3D modeling is not required; large-scale desktop application experience will suffice.

Projects You'll Work On

• Core user features including UI frameworks, windowing systems, and code generation
• "AI Native" features integrated into Studio
• Foundational application architecture, OS integration, and third-party plugin ecosystems
• Collaborating with UX designers on design language, visual, motion, and interactive elements
• Building central backend systems

Responsibilities

• Design and execute the architecture and technical direction for the application
• Own and deliver complex technical projects from planning through execution
• Work cross-functionally across teams and technology platforms
• Mentor team members to improve their professional skills and expertise
• Design, develop, and implement technological practices, patterns, and strategies
• Build high-quality professional tools for massively multiplayer game development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing and deploying user-facing applications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a similar technical field
• 1+ years of experience with C++
• Experience with UI frameworks like React, Cocoa, WPF, or others is a plus
• Proficient with industry standards, best practices, testability, and design patterns
• Organized and analytical with the ability to track multiple threads to resolution

Work Arrangement

Roles based in an office are onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional presence on Monday and Friday.