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# Software Engineer, Systems

- **Company:** Roblox
- **Location:** San Mateo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $196,750.0 - $243,290.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Programming Tools, Game Engine, Software Engineering, System Programming, TypeScript, ReactJS, Information Technology, Roblox, Web Technologies
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careers.roblox.com/jobs/8168916?gh_jid=8168916

## About the Role

* 5+ years of software engineering experience working on projects from 0 to 1.
 * Experience owning substantial parts of a developer tool or system through design, launch, and ongoing operation.
 * Systems programming experience in C, C++, or Rust.
 * Experience with or interest in Web technologies such as JavaScript, TypeScript and/or React is a huge plus
 * Interest in AI-powered developer tools such as Claude Code, Codex, and Pi.
 * The ability to turn ambiguous developer needs into practical solutions, work independently, and learn unfamiliar tools and systems.
 * A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

## Description

* Own improvements to developer workflows, from identifying problems with engineers to designing and shipping productivity tools and measuring their impact.
 * Build AI agent sandboxes and harnesses written in C and Rust, along with the integrations and context agents needed to work effectively in Roblox's C++ game engine codebase.
 * Partner with technical leaders across Roblox's Engine and Infrastructure groups to deliver reliable tools and improve the daily experience of engineering at Roblox.


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