Tech Lead Manager (TLM)

About the role

As a Tech Lead Manager at Roblox, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of our Ads Experience team. This position is designed for an experienced leader who can drive the execution of our monetization strategies while managing a talented engineering team. You will be at the forefront of integrating advanced technologies, including AI, into our advertising ecosystem, ensuring that we provide a seamless experience for advertisers and creators alike. Your leadership will help us navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead the technical strategy for the Ads Experience team, translating ambitious business objectives into actionable multi-year technical plans that ensure scalability and sustainability of our systems.
• Oversee the architecture of the Roblox Ads Manager, Brand Ads, and Creator Monetization platforms, ensuring they can effectively manage complex tasks such as forecasting, serving, and campaign management while providing real-time reporting capabilities.
• Drive innovation by strategically implementing AI solutions across our advertising ecosystem, including generative AI for creative content and intelligent tools to enhance advertiser engagement.
• Build and nurture a high-performing team of software engineers, focusing on recruitment, performance evaluation, and career development while fostering an inclusive and productive team culture.
• Manage the complete software development lifecycle, balancing the urgency of product iterations with the long-term health of the technical infrastructure, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Designers, and Data Scientists to define and refine the product vision, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical execution.
• Establish engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing protocols, and incident management strategies, to maintain high standards in our high-scale systems.
• Act as a mentor to engineers, promoting professional growth and navigating organizational complexities to build a cohesive and effective team.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a managerial role, demonstrating a successful track record as a Technical Lead.
• In-depth knowledge of the advertising technology stack, encompassing areas such as campaign management, reporting, creative development, ad serving, measurement, and delivery.
• Strong expertise in distributed systems and high-availability backend services, with proficiency in languages such as Go or C#, alongside familiarity with modern frontend frameworks like React and TypeScript.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide engineers, with experience in performance management and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• A solid understanding of engineering best practices, including code quality, testing methodologies, and incident response for large-scale systems.
• The capability to adopt a product-oriented mindset while maintaining the technical rigor expected of a Principal Engineer.
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with advanced degrees (MS or Ph.D.) being a plus.

Nice to have

• Experience with AI technologies and their application in advertising or creative industries.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services that support scalable applications.
• A background in user experience design principles and methodologies.

Skills & tools

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Go, C#, React, and TypeScript.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and services (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams.

Practical notes

• The starting base salary for this position ranges from $295,250 to $345,040 USD, depending on various factors such as experience, location, and market demand.
• This role is based in our San Mateo, CA headquarters, with a hybrid work model that requires onsite presence Tuesday through Thursday, with optional attendance on Mondays and Fridays.
• Roblox is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of their background.
• Please note that for U.S.-based roles, the company may have limitations regarding work authorization for certain visa categories and may not support future H-1B sponsorships.

Join us at Roblox and be part of a team that is redefining the future of digital interaction and community engagement. Your expertise will help us create innovative advertising solutions that connect brands with our vibrant community of creators and users.