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# Software Engineering Manager

- **Company:** Roblox
- **Location:** San Mateo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $295,250.0 - $345,040.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Distributed Systems, Modular Design, Reliability Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/engineering-manager-reliability-engineering-roblox-10605377

## About the Role

* Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing engineering teams.
 * System Expertise: In-depth knowledge of large-scale distributed systems and infrastructure.
 * Software Engineering Background: Strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices.
 * Scalable Design Experience: Extensive experience in guiding teams on designing and implementing scalable systems. Expertise in creating robust architectures that efficiently manage growth and maintain performance under varying loads, ensuring systems are resilient and adaptable to evolving demands.
 * Engineering Management: Over 3 years of experience in engineering management roles, with a proven track record of leading successful projects and teams.
 * Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.

You Are:

 * A Visionary Leader: Capable of leading teams and fostering a problem-solving culture within large-scale engineering projects.
 * Hands-On and Technical: Equipped with strong technical skills and a hands-on approach to achieving team objectives.
 * Strategic Planner: Skilled in project management, strategic planning, and developing detailed roadmaps for successful delivery.

## Description

* Drive Reliability: Collaborate with cross-functional product partners to enhance and elevate system reliability.
 * Champion Production Health: Engage directly with production environments, analyzing key trends and deriving actionable insights. Take ownership of maintaining and improving production health.
 * Build and Implement: Develop and enforce production guardrails to ensure scalable and reliable service operations.
 * Reporting Line: Report directly to the Head of Reliability Engineering.