Software Engineer, Ads Platform

About the role

As a Software Engineer on the Ads Platform team at Roblox, you will play a crucial role in developing and enhancing the advertising systems that power our expansive user base. Your work will involve building scalable backend services that can handle billions of transactions and products, ensuring that our advertising infrastructure remains robust and efficient. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about creating high-quality, maintainable code and are eager to tackle complex technical challenges in a collaborative environment.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Design and implement innovative advertising products that cater to hundreds of millions of users, enhancing their experience on the platform.
• Develop and maintain backend services that efficiently manage a vast array of products and transactions at scale.
• Analyze and resolve high-performance challenges within our backend systems, ensuring optimal functionality and speed.
• Take full ownership of projects, from conception through to deployment, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including machine learning, backend, and analytics, to refine and expand our ads infrastructure.
• Continuously monitor and improve the performance of our ad-serving systems, implementing enhancements based on data-driven insights.
• Engage in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers to foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Stay updated with the latest trends in ad technology and software engineering, applying new knowledge to enhance our systems.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in software engineering, including internships, with a proven record of delivering production-quality code.
• Strong programming skills in at least one modern programming language such as Go, C#, Java, Python, or C++.
• A solid grasp of computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms, along with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to debug complex issues and optimize system performance.
• A proactive attitude towards learning new technologies, whether in 3D engines, distributed systems, or advertising technology.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Nice to have

• Experience with large-scale distributed systems and cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with ad-tech concepts and the digital advertising ecosystem.
• Knowledge of performance monitoring and optimization tools.
• Previous work in a fast-paced, agile development environment.

Skills & tools

• Proficiency in modern programming languages (Go, C#, Java, Python, C++).
• Experience with backend development and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with databases and data storage solutions.
• Understanding of API design and development principles.
• Knowledge of performance tuning and debugging techniques.

Practical notes

This position is based at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA. The starting base salary for this role ranges from $153,120 to $196,750 USD, depending on various factors such as your professional background, training, and market demand. All full-time employees are eligible for equity compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Please note that candidates requiring U.S. work authorization related to specific visa categories may not be eligible for this role, and the company may not support future H-1B sponsorship at this time.

At Roblox, we are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on various characteristics, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, and more. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with qualifying disabilities or religious beliefs during the recruitment process.

Join us at Roblox and be part of a team that is shaping the future of human interaction through innovative technology and immersive experiences. Your contributions will help us connect a billion people with optimism and civility, making a lasting impact on our global community.

About the company

An online space lets people build and play games. Founded long ago by two creators, it grew into a shared world opened to everyone in the mid 2000s. Now reaching millions each day, it hosts games made by its users. A large share of young American children under sixteen are monthly players here. High daily activity shows a lasting community where creativity and shared play remain central.