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Senior Software Engineer - Desktop

Roblox
Location
San Mateo, CA, United States
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Software Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years shipping client software
  • Deep C++ expertise
  • Experience with Windows or macOS applications
  • Debugging and profiling skills
  • Fluency with concurrency and memory
  • Ability to translate ambiguous problems into actionable engineering plans
Nice to have
  • Experience with Lua
  • Experience with React
What the job really is

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Desktop team at Roblox, you will be responsible for enhancing the Windows and macOS experience for millions of users. Your role involves leading complex client projects from conception to deployment, improving the application’s performance and reliability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables. You will also set technical standards through code reviews and mentorship, while working closely with platform partners to ensure feature excellence.

Benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Benefits as described in the posting
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond certain days in the office
  • Salary range provided but may vary based on multiple factors
  • Position may not support certain U.S. visa categories or future H-1B sponsorship
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