Senior Rendering Engineer Manager

About the role

Roblox is on the lookout for a seasoned Senior Rendering Engineer Manager to spearhead a team dedicated to developing advanced rendering technologies. This position is pivotal as it directly influences how millions of users interact with our platform. You will be at the forefront of innovation, leading a passionate group of engineers committed to enhancing visual quality, scalability, and performance across diverse devices. Your leadership will help shape the future of user-generated content, ensuring it meets the needs of both high-end and low-end devices.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of rendering engineers, focusing on critical areas such as rendering pipelines, graphics APIs, and lighting systems.
• Oversee the development of the core rendering pipeline, including culling and dispatching systems, ensuring optimal performance across various platforms.
• Act as a hands-on technical leader, guiding architectural decisions and implementation strategies, from granular details to overarching algorithm choices.
• Collaborate with your team and other engineering leaders to define and execute a forward-thinking vision for core rendering technology, aligning with Roblox's broader goals.
• Cultivate an environment of innovation and continuous improvement, encouraging open dialogue and valuing all contributions from team members.
• Play a key role in expanding the rendering organization by attracting, interviewing, and retaining top engineering talent.
• Ensure the rendering technology is scalable and efficient, catering to a wide range of creators, from professionals to enthusiastic newcomers.
• Engage in hands-on development work as needed, contributing to the design and implementation of advanced graphical features and performance-critical systems.

Requirements

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in rendering or graphics engineering, with a strong grasp of low-level rendering pipelines and GPU architectures, particularly for mobile devices.
• At least 5 years in a technical leadership or engineering management position, demonstrating a successful track record of building and guiding high-performing teams.
• Proficient in C++ programming, with a solid problem-solving aptitude, capable of providing technical guidance and engaging in deep-dive investigations.
• Experience in designing, developing, and deploying advanced graphical features or performance-critical systems for game engines or real-time 3D applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A genuine passion for addressing the unique rendering challenges faced by Roblox, with a focus on enhancing user experience.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with modern lighting techniques, including physically-based rendering (PBR), global illumination, and advanced shading languages.
• Experience with various graphics APIs, such as Vulkan, Metal, Direct3D, and OpenGL.
• A background in game development or real-time 3D applications, particularly in user-generated content environments.

Skills & tools

• Proficient in C++ and familiar with graphics programming languages.
• Strong understanding of rendering technologies and techniques, including lighting, shading, and material systems.
• Experience with performance optimization and scalability in graphics applications.
• Familiarity with version control systems and agile development methodologies.

Practical notes

The starting annual salary for this role ranges from $343,340 to $397,460 USD, depending on various factors such as experience, location, and market demand. All full-time employees are eligible for equity compensation and comprehensive benefits. For this position, candidates must be able to work onsite in San Mateo, CA, and may need to meet specific U.S. work authorization requirements. Roblox is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering a diverse workplace.

Join us at Roblox and be part of a team that is shaping the future of digital interaction and creativity. Your expertise in rendering technology will play a crucial role in enhancing the experiences of millions of users worldwide, making a lasting impact in the gaming and creative communities.