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Volunteer Roblox Game Developer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation

San Mateo, CA ยท 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 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 ...

Software Engineering Manager, Engine UI

San Mateo, CA ยท 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 ยท 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 ...

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 ...

Senior Rendering Engineer

San Mateo, CA ยท On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

Roblox games and assets made in the past, are still working today. Rendering has to have an eye to the past, and an eye to the future... * Community: Roblox games are made by creators of all ...

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How much do volunteer roblox game developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer roblox game developer in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical collaboration methods and tools used by volunteer Roblox game developers when working on team projects?

Volunteer Roblox game developers often collaborate using online communication platforms such as Discord or Slack to coordinate tasks, share progress, and provide feedback. They typically use version control systems like GitHub for sharing code and assets, ensuring everyone on the team can contribute efficiently. Developers also utilize Roblox Studio's team-create feature, which allows multiple people to work on the same game environment simultaneously. Regular meetings or check-ins help keep everyone aligned and foster a supportive team atmosphere, making remote collaboration both structured and engaging.

What is a Volunteer Roblox Game Developer?

A Volunteer Roblox Game Developer is an individual who creates, designs, or scripts games on the Roblox platform without monetary compensation. These developers often collaborate with others on projects, contribute to community initiatives, or build their own games for fun, portfolio development, or learning purposes. They use Roblox Studio and the Lua programming language to bring their ideas to life. Volunteering in this role can help gain experience, build a portfolio, and connect with the Roblox developer community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Volunteer Roblox Game Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteer Roblox Game Developer, you need a strong understanding of game design principles, proficiency in Lua scripting, and familiarity with the Roblox Studio platform. Experience with version control systems like Git and a portfolio of completed Roblox projects are often valuable, though formal certifications are less common. Creativity, teamwork, and good communication skills help you collaborate effectively and bring engaging ideas to life. These skills ensure that you can develop high-quality, interactive games that attract players and contribute positively to the Roblox community.
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Senior Software Engineer - Avatar Personalization

Senior Software Engineer - Avatar Personalization

Roblox

San Mateo, CA โ€ข On-site, Remote

$139K - $183K/yr

Other

Posted 18 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