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Senior Software Engineer - Core Platform and Systems

San Mateo, CA💼 Full-time💰 $196,750–$196,750🗓 2026-08-28 → 2026-09-26

Core

Building the core architecture, windowing systems, and foundational infrastructure for Roblox Studio, the primary IDE for creating massive multiplayer online games.

Role type

Senior Staff Software Engineer (Core Platform)

Builds

Roblox Studio IDE, OS integration layers, and scalable backend systems for game development tools.

Domain

Game Development Tools / Desktop Application Infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

C++ (2+ years), System Architecture, Cross-platform development, UI Frameworks (React, SwiftUI, Cocoa, Swift, WPF), Mentoring

Preferred skills

AI/Agentic systems, OS-level integration, Modern design language implementation

Technologies

C++, React, SwiftUI, Cocoa, Swift, WPF

Responsibilities

Architect application frameworks and windowing systems, Drive OS integration and extensibility, Own complex technical projects from concept to execution, Mentor team members on technical expertise, Collaborate with UX designers on design evolution, Engineer high-performance backend infrastructure

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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