... developer-facing tools and reusable tooling frameworks for Roblox Studio, a collaborative IDE for making Roblox games. The Builder Tools team is in charge of Roblox Studio's content making features ...
... developer-facing tools and reusable tooling frameworks for Roblox Studio, a collaborative IDE for making Roblox games. The Builder Tools team is in charge of Roblox Studio's content making features ...
Senior Software Engineer - Avatar Personalization
San Mateo, CA · On-site +1
$139K - $183K/yr
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Personalization team, you will use the Roblox game engine to build features that push the boundaries of our avatar technology, and build creative systems ...
Senior Software Engineer - Avatar Personalization
San Mateo, CA · On-site +1
$139K - $183K/yr
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Personalization team, you will use the Roblox game engine to build features that push the boundaries of our avatar technology, and build creative systems ...
Senior Software Engineer - Avatar Personalization
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$196K - $243K/yr
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Personalization team, you will use the Roblox game engine to build features that push the boundaries of our avatar technology, and build creative systems ...
Senior Software Engineer - Avatar Personalization
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$196K - $243K/yr
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Personalization team, you will use the Roblox game engine to build features that push the boundaries of our avatar technology, and build creative systems ...
Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
As Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Animation team, you will leverage the Roblox game engine and tools to build groundbreaking experiences that push the boundaries of what is possible on the ...
Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
As Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Animation team, you will leverage the Roblox game engine and tools to build groundbreaking experiences that push the boundaries of what is possible on the ...
Principal Engineer, Studio Builder Tools
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$345K - $399K/yr
As a PrincipalEngineer in the Builder Toolsteam, you'll work on interactive, developer-facing tools and reusable tooling frameworks for Roblox Studio, a collaborative IDE for making Roblox games. The ...
Principal Engineer, Studio Builder Tools
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$345K - $399K/yr
As a PrincipalEngineer in the Builder Toolsteam, you'll work on interactive, developer-facing tools and reusable tooling frameworks for Roblox Studio, a collaborative IDE for making Roblox games. The ...
Principal Software Engineer
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$153K - $206K/yr
As a Principal Software Engineer of the Game Engine data model team, you will innovate on the core data structures that form the backbone of Roblox's platform. In this role you will have first hand ...
Principal Software Engineer
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$153K - $206K/yr
As a Principal Software Engineer of the Game Engine data model team, you will innovate on the core data structures that form the backbone of Roblox's platform. In this role you will have first hand ...
Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$242K - $293K/yr
As Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Animation team, you will leverage the Roblox game engine and tools to build groundbreaking experiences that push the boundaries of what is possible on the ...
Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$242K - $293K/yr
As Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Animation team, you will leverage the Roblox game engine and tools to build groundbreaking experiences that push the boundaries of what is possible on the ...
Software Engineering Manager, Engine UI
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$118K - $158K/yr
Work closely with our game developer community to help achieve their creative vision * Have fun learning about what makes Roblox an amazing platform and place to work, while supplying to industry ...
Software Engineering Manager, Engine UI
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$118K - $158K/yr
Work closely with our game developer community to help achieve their creative vision * Have fun learning about what makes Roblox an amazing platform and place to work, while supplying to industry ...
Principal Software Engineer
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$295K - $345K/yr
As a Principal Software Engineer of the Game Engine data model team, you will innovate on the core data structures that form the backbone of Roblox's platform. In this role you will have first hand ...
Principal Software Engineer
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$295K - $345K/yr
As a Principal Software Engineer of the Game Engine data model team, you will innovate on the core data structures that form the backbone of Roblox's platform. In this role you will have first hand ...
Senior Software Engineer, Ads Experience (C++)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with an expertise in C++. This is a high-impact ... Help build a first-of-its-kind ads system within the Roblox Game Engine * Develop new ad formats ...
Senior Software Engineer, Ads Experience (C++)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with an expertise in C++. This is a high-impact ... Help build a first-of-its-kind ads system within the Roblox Game Engine * Develop new ad formats ...
[2026] Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Systems), Embodied AI/NPCs, ML Platform - PhD Early Career
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$119K - $163K/yr
The Machine Intelligence team is building an NPC system that can (1) play any Roblox game and (2) ... Design great developer experiences (paved-road templates, tooling, visualizations) to reduce time ...
[2026] Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Systems), Embodied AI/NPCs, ML Platform - PhD Early Career
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$119K - $163K/yr
The Machine Intelligence team is building an NPC system that can (1) play any Roblox game and (2) ... Design great developer experiences (paved-road templates, tooling, visualizations) to reduce time ...
Senior Software Engineer (C++)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
You will work primarily in cross-platform C++ Roblox game engine code, partnering with teams across ... Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Engineering, Product, and Design to evaluate technical ...
Senior Software Engineer (C++)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
You will work primarily in cross-platform C++ Roblox game engine code, partnering with teams across ... Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Engineering, Product, and Design to evaluate technical ...
Senior Software Engineer (Frontend/Engine), Messaging
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
... in the Roblox game engine, empowering tens of thousands of creators to build customized ... developer-customized experiences * Enforce high quality standards while we iterate on feature ...
Senior Software Engineer (Frontend/Engine), Messaging
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
... in the Roblox game engine, empowering tens of thousands of creators to build customized ... developer-customized experiences * Enforce high quality standards while we iterate on feature ...
Software Engineering Manager, Engine UI
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$293K - $343K/yr
Work closely with our game developer community to help achieve their creative vision * Have fun learning about what makes Roblox an amazing platform and place to work, while supplying to industry ...
Software Engineering Manager, Engine UI
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$293K - $343K/yr
Work closely with our game developer community to help achieve their creative vision * Have fun learning about what makes Roblox an amazing platform and place to work, while supplying to industry ...
[2026] Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Systems), Embodied AI/NPCs, ML Platform - PhD Early Career
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$119K - $163K/yr
The Machine Intelligence team is building an NPC system that can (1) play any Roblox game and (2) ... Design great developer experiences (paved-road templates, tooling, visualizations) to reduce time ...
[2026] Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Systems), Embodied AI/NPCs, ML Platform - PhD Early Career
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$119K - $163K/yr
The Machine Intelligence team is building an NPC system that can (1) play any Roblox game and (2) ... Design great developer experiences (paved-road templates, tooling, visualizations) to reduce time ...
Principal Software Engineering, App Performance (C++)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$153K - $206K/yr
You'll work primarily in cross-platform C++ Roblox game engine code, partnering with teams across ... Work with stakeholders across Engineering, Product, and Design to align on priorities, tradeoffs ...
Principal Software Engineering, App Performance (C++)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$153K - $206K/yr
You'll work primarily in cross-platform C++ Roblox game engine code, partnering with teams across ... Work with stakeholders across Engineering, Product, and Design to align on priorities, tradeoffs ...
Senior Software Engineer, App Performance
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
You will work primarily in cross-platform C++ Roblox game engine code, partnering with teams across ... Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Engineering, Product, and Design to evaluate technical ...
Senior Software Engineer, App Performance
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
You will work primarily in cross-platform C++ Roblox game engine code, partnering with teams across ... Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Engineering, Product, and Design to evaluate technical ...
Senior Software Engineer (Frontend/Engine), Messaging
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
... in the Roblox game engine, empowering tens of thousands of creators to build customized ... developer-customized experiences * Enforce high quality standards while we iterate on feature ...
Senior Software Engineer (Frontend/Engine), Messaging
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
... in the Roblox game engine, empowering tens of thousands of creators to build customized ... developer-customized experiences * Enforce high quality standards while we iterate on feature ...
Design and develop interactive game features and systems on the Roblox platform. * Write efficient, modular, and scalable code in Lua. * Collaborate with designers, 3D artists, and sound engineers to ...
Design and develop interactive game features and systems on the Roblox platform. * Write efficient, modular, and scalable code in Lua. * Collaborate with designers, 3D artists, and sound engineers to ...
[2026] Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Systems), Embodied AI/NPCs, ML Platform - PhD Early Career
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$196K - $243K/yr
The Machine Intelligence team is building an NPC system that can (1) play any Roblox game and (2) ... Design great developer experiences (paved-road templates, tooling, visualizations) to reduce time ...
[2026] Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Systems), Embodied AI/NPCs, ML Platform - PhD Early Career
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$196K - $243K/yr
The Machine Intelligence team is building an NPC system that can (1) play any Roblox game and (2) ... Design great developer experiences (paved-road templates, tooling, visualizations) to reduce time ...
Commission Roblox Game Developer information
See salary details
$32.5K - $45.9K
3% of jobs
$45.9K - $59.3K
10% of jobs
$59.3K - $72.7K
8% of jobs
$79.1K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$72.7K - $86.1K
10% of jobs
$86.1K - $99.5K
16% of jobs
The median wage is $102K / yr.
$99.5K - $113K
20% of jobs
$119.9K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$113K - $126.4K
16% of jobs
$126.4K - $139.8K
0% of jobs
$139.8K - $153.2K
1% of jobs
$153.2K - $166.6K
5% of jobs
$166.6K - $180K
11% of jobs
$32.5K
$108.5K
$180K
How much do commission roblox game developer jobs pay per year?
What is the difference between Commission Roblox Game Developer vs Freelance Roblox Game Developer?
| Aspect | Commission Roblox Game Developer | Freelance Roblox Game Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Work Model | Paid per project or commission basis, often through platforms or direct agreements | Hired on a project basis, often independently, with flexible contracts |
| Credentials | Skills in Roblox development, portfolio, possibly certifications | Skills in Roblox development, portfolio, possibly certifications |
| Work Environment | Typically works with clients or companies, may be part of a team or solo | Works independently, often remotely |
| Industry Usage | Common in game development platforms, client-based projects | Common among independent developers, hobbyists, or small studios |
Both roles require Roblox development skills and a portfolio. The main difference lies in the payment structure and work setup: Commission Roblox Game Developers often work through commissions or client projects, while Freelance Roblox Game Developers operate independently on various projects, offering more flexibility.
How does a Commission Roblox Game Developer typically collaborate with clients and other team members during a project?
What is a Commission Roblox Game Developer?
How much does Roblox commission?
Why do 99% of Roblox devs fail?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Commission Roblox Game Developer, and why are they important?
How much do Roblox game developers make?
Does Roblox take 30% or 70%

Job description
As a Principal Engineer in the Builder Tools team, you'll work on interactive, developer-facing tools and reusable tooling frameworks for Roblox Studio, a collaborative IDE for making Roblox games.Â
The Builder Tools team is in charge of Roblox Studio's content making features, from 3D draggers to world-class character animation tools, tooling for making terrain for huge worlds, in-game UI authoring tools, and many more.Â
In this role, you will have a direct impact on how streamlined and enjoyable making games on Roblox is for hundreds of thousands developers worldwide!
You will:Â Â
- Work on various interactive tools for Roblox game developers
- Define architecture and implement reusable tooling frameworks
- Work with UX designers and Product Manager to come up with most optimal and ergonomic solutions
- Design and execute on the architecture and technical direction that will be the future of our application
- Own and deliver complex technical projects from the planning stage through execution
- Work cross functionally, across teams and technology platforms
- Mentor team members helping them improve their professional skills and expertise
- Design, develop, and implement technological practices, patterns, and strategies
- Participate in building the world's best professional application for massively multiplayer game development
You have:
- 8+ years in developing and deploying top of the line user-facing applications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a similar technical field (or related work experience)
- 3+ years of experience with C++ or another lower-level language
- A passion for end-user experience
- Experience with UI frameworks like React, Cocoa, WPF, or others is a plus
- Experience in making developer-, engineer- or artist-facing tools, such as game development tooling, CADs, 3D editors, design tools is a big plus.
About ROBLOX
Sourced by ZipRecruiter
Industry
Software development
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
San Mateo, CA, US
Year founded
2004