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Principal Network Engineer, Backbone/Edge Network

San Mateo, CAFull-time$266k2026-09-11 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid · United StatesNo visa sponsorship

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

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