Principal Network Engineer, Backbone/Edge Network
Core
Design, deploy, and operate Roblox's global Backbone and Edge Network infrastructure to support rapid user growth and 3D immersive digital experiences.
Role type
Principal Network Engineer (Backbone/Edge)
Builds
Global production network infrastructure for Roblox platform
Domain
Internet infrastructure, Cloud networking, Telecommunications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Large-scale network design and operations, Backbone and Edge network management, Routing and switching protocols (BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, RSVP-TE), TCP/UDP, DHCP, DNS, IPv4/IPv6, Multi-vendor hardware configuration, Troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Python, Go, C/C++ programming
Technologies
BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, RSVP-TE, TCP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, IPv4, IPv6
Responsibilities
Drive future design, deployment, and operations for large-scale Network Infrastructure; Engage in design, qualification, and validation of new technologies for scale deployment; Collaborate with Network Tooling Team to automate workflows and improve telemetry/observability; Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation for global network infrastructure
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic planning
