Every day, tens of millions of people from around the world come to Roblox to play, learn, work, and socialize in immersive digital experiences created by the community. Our vision is to build a platform that enables shared experiences among billions of users. This is what’s known as the metaverse: a persistent space where anyone can do just about anything they can imagine, from anywhere in the world and on any device. Join us and you’ll usher in a new category of human interaction while solving exceptional challenges that you won’t find anywhere else.
What You'll Do:
As an experienced member, you will participate in the software development life cycle: scoping, design, coding, testing, and implementation for our real-time geometry engine.
- Report directly to the Engineering Director of Geometry.
- Work in a small autonomous team, driving a essential part of the ROBLOX Experience
- You will solve math computational problems
- Write boolean operation and mesh-filling code for triangulated surface in C/C++
- Work in collaborative environment with other teams, with an eye toward the best user experience
What We're Looking For:
We're looking for someone with experience creating algorithms and solving math computational problems. You have to demonstrate experience in the following areas:
- Masters degree or PhD. in mechanical engineering, applied mathematics or a related field with emphasis on computational modeling and simulation.
- Strong hands-on experience in C++ programming
- Extensive knowledge of computational linear algebra concepts (vector, matrix math, numerical solvers) and numerical methods such as finite elements or finite-difference.
- 3D computational geometry and physics-based simulation algorithm design and software development experience
- Working knowledge of advanced data structures and algorithms design.
- Prior experience in related technologies such as virtual/augmented reality or game physics
You’ll Love:
- Industry-leading compensation package
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
- A rewarding 401k program
- Flexible vacation policy
- Roflex - Flexible and supportive work policy
- Roblox Admin badge for your avatar
- At Roblox HQ:
- Free catered lunches five times a week and several fully stocked kitchens with unlimited snacks
- Onsite fitness center and fitness program credit
- Annual CalTrain Go Pass