[2027] Software Engineer, Early Career
Early-career software engineer at a gaming platform, with mentorship and real production work from the first weeks, based in San Mateo. Suits recent computer science graduates; the posting notes limits on some US visas and H-1B sponsorship, so US work authorisation is needed.
San Mateo, CA, United States
On-siteNew grad, fresh graduate or trainee roles. No work experience needed.
USD 153k/year
Annual salary stated in the postingFull-time
Posted 5 Aug 2026What they ask for
How Roblox hires
- 1
Introductory call with Talent Acquisition
Recruiter screen · From the company
An overview of the company plus questions about your background and interest in Roblox.
- 2
Technical skills assessment
Technical interview · From the company
Usually a coding exercise. Senior candidates may get a system design exercise or take-home project instead, and interns and entry-level candidates take a simulation-based cognitive assessment set inside a 3D Roblox experience.
- 3
Team interviews
Panel interview · From the company
A set of one to one conversations with future teammates, the hiring manager and senior leaders, which can include coding and design whiteboard exercises depending on level.
- 4
Creative problem solving and values interview
Culture fit · From the company
An open-ended, conceptual problem with no single right answer, used to see how you handle ambiguity, think creatively and collaborate.
- 5
Hiring committee review
Final HR round · From the company
Senior engineering leaders review a packet with your CV, the hiring manager’s summary and interviewer feedback, and make the final call.
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- Cheat sheetBackend developmentAPIs, databases, auth, deploys.
- Cheat sheetSystem designSystems that scale.
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Last checked 9 days ago (6 Oct 2026)
About the company
Runs an online platform where people play and create 3D experiences, with tools and a virtual economy for creators.
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