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Roblox

Principal Software Engineer

San Mateo, CA

$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 ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$20 - $50/hr

... align with both gameplay and marketing goals. You will collaborate closely with developers ... This is an hourly freelance position, with expected availability Monday through Friday during core ...

Roblox

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 ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$20 - $50/hr

... align with both gameplay and marketing goals. You will collaborate closely with developers ... This is an hourly freelance position, with expected availability Monday through Friday during core ...

Roblox

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 ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA

$20 - $50/hr

... align with both gameplay and marketing goals. You will collaborate closely with developers ... This is an hourly freelance position, with expected availability Monday through Friday during core ...

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How much do freelance roblox game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance roblox game developer in the United States is $108,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Roblox Game Developer vs Roblox Game Designer?

AspectFreelance Roblox Game DeveloperRoblox Game Designer
CredentialsProficiency in Roblox Studio, scripting (Lua), portfolioCreative skills, game design principles, Roblox Studio familiarity
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-based, self-managedTypically collaborative, may be remote or in-house
Employer & Industry UsageFreelancers, indie developers, small studiosGame studios, Roblox platform, educational institutions
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference is that Freelance Roblox Game Developers focus on coding and building games independently for clients or personal projects, while Roblox Game Designers concentrate on the creative aspects like game concept, mechanics, and user experience, often working within teams or studios. Both roles require familiarity with Roblox Studio, but their core skills and work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Roblox Game Developer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 30% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 10% Temporary, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,471 per year, or $52.1 per hour.
Senior Software Engineer - Avatar Personalization

Senior Software Engineer - Avatar Personalization

Roblox

San Mateo, CA • On-site, Remote

$139K - $183K/yr

Other

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

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 that make Roblox avatars simple and delightful to use. You will tackle the biggest projects, provide technical leadership, and coordinate with teams across Roblox to build systems used by tens of millions of monthly players and developers.

You are passionate about building outstanding systems and APIs in the Roblox game engine, enhancing avatar features, and enriching customization systems for Roblox players and developers. You'll work with Avatar technologies such as animation, clothing, hair, and shading. Experience in game or film development is especially translatable into this team and role.

You Will:

  • Implement groundbreaking features in Roblox game engine to build the best avatar system in the world
  • Build APIs for Roblox developers enabling in-experience creation of Roblox Avatars from scratchEnhance avatar fidelity and uniqueness on Roblox
  • Use the Roblox game engine to build excellent vertical applications for multiple platforms (mobile, tablet, PC, and console)
  • Refactor and improve our existing codebaseImprove system reliability, performance, and test coverage
  • Work with numerous teams to help build the world's best user generated gaming platform
  • Implement systems in a combination of C++ and Lua

You Have:

  • 5+ years of professional experience working on a consumer-facing game engine and/or game application
  • Proficiency with C++, 3D math, data structures, algorithms, and networking
  • Experience working on character building and customization systems, editors, and content creation tools
  • Experience building online console or mobile game titles
  • Experience with game or film character systems such as animation, rigid-body or cloth/hair physics, or shading

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