Principal Software Engineer, Virtual Products Growth

Roblox is a platform where millions of people explore, create, play, and connect in 3D immersive digital experiences created by a global community of developers.
San Mateo, CA, USA
$289,460 - $338,270
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Gaming · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Principal Software Engineer, Virtual Products Growth

Roblox, a pioneering platform in 3D immersive digital experiences, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Virtual Products Growth team. This role sits at the intersection of technology and business impact, focusing on driving the creator economy forward on the Roblox platform.

The position offers an opportunity to work on systems that directly impact millions of users and creators while handling billions of transactions. As a Principal Engineer, you'll be responsible for creating new revenue streams for creators and building the infrastructure that supports the platform's economic ecosystem. This role is particularly exciting as it combines technical leadership with direct business impact, managing systems that contribute significantly to the company's revenue.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of experience in shipping products and 2+ years of technical leadership, along with a strong background in both frontend and backend technologies. You'll be working in a hybrid environment at Roblox's San Mateo headquarters, collaborating with cross-functional teams including product managers, data scientists, and designers.

What makes this role unique is its position at the heart of Roblox's creator economy. You'll be building systems that enable creators to monetize their work effectively while ensuring these systems can scale to support billions of transactions securely and reliably. The role offers competitive compensation ($289,460 - $338,270 USD) and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and a 401k program.

This is an ideal opportunity for a senior technologist who wants to make a significant impact on a platform used by tens of millions of people daily. You'll be working on challenging technical problems while directly contributing to the success of creators and the overall growth of the Roblox ecosystem. The role combines technical excellence with business impact, making it perfect for those who want to see their work directly affect both the platform's success and its creator community.

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Responsibilities For Principal Software Engineer, Virtual Products Growth

  • Lead projects with the highest economic impact and visibility
  • Work cross-functionally with product managers, data scientists, and designers to identify growth opportunities
  • Drive engineering solutions that scale to billions of products and transactions
  • Mentor and help recruit future talent for the team

Requirements For Principal Software Engineer, Virtual Products Growth

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  • 8+ years of experience successfully shipping multiple products, with 2+ years acting as a tech lead
  • Experience with front end technologies and frameworks
  • Expertise with back end technologies – building and supporting large scale, distributed systems
  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent professional experience) in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Benefits For Principal Software Engineer, Virtual Products Growth

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Commuter Benefits
  • Industry-leading compensation package
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401k program
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Roflex - Flexible and supportive work policy
  • Roblox Admin badge for avatar
  • Free catered lunches five times a week
  • Unlimited snacks
  • Onsite fitness center and fitness program credit
  • Annual CalTrain Go Pass

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