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Get Access To All JobsEvery day, tens of millions of people come to Roblox to explore, create, play, learn, and connect with friends in 3D immersive digital experiences– all created by our global community of developers and creators.
At Roblox, we're building the tools and platform that empower our community to bring any experience that they can imagine to life. Our vision is to reimagine the way people come together, from anywhere in the world, and on any device. We're on a mission to connect a billion people with optimism and civility, and looking for amazing talent to help us get there.
A career at Roblox means you'll be working to shape the future of human interaction, solving unique technical challenges at scale, and helping to create safer, more civil shared experiences for everyone.
WHY DATA SCIENCE & ANALYTICS?
The Data Science & Analytics organization's mission is to increase our speed, frequency and acumen of making decisions at scale by instilling a data-influenced approach to building products. We cover a wide area of the data spectrum including analytical data engineering, product analytics, experimentation, causal inference, statistical modeling and machine learning. Aligned and partnering with product groups, we use this vast tool belt to discover new opportunities and unmet use cases, influence and shape the product roadmap and prioritization, build data products and measure the impact on our community of players and developers.
WHY Consumer Apps?
Roblox is used by tens of millions of people every day across a wide range of devices, including mobile, desktop, console, TV, and VR. The Consumer Apps team owns the app foundation that makes Roblox feel fast, fluid, and reliable for players and is dedicated to delivering superior performance, reliability, and user experience across all platforms Roblox supports. This team ensures a seamless and engaging user interface that facilitates intuitive interactions while enabling efficient, high-quality experiences across devices. Innovation is at the core of our work, as we continuously enhance features and integrate cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems.
As a Data Scientist on the team, you will help accelerate Roblox's growth by shaping how we launch and optimize Roblox across the diverse device ecosystems where people connect, play, and co-experience. You will partner with Mobile, Desktop, Console, and emerging-platform teams to identify opportunities and develop platform-specific strategies that make Roblox feel best-in-class on every device. You will use data to guide investments across platform expansion, platform-specific product experiences, and ecosystem partnerships. You will develop measurement and experimentation frameworks to understand both the direct and broader ecosystem impact of these investments, helping teams identify growth opportunities, make informed tradeoffs, and continuously improve the Roblox experience while expanding universal access.
You Will:
- Identify high-potential platform levers and apply causal methods to understand their impact on user behavior, engagement, monetization, and other topline outcomes, translating these insights into platform-specific strategies.
- Develop deep expertise in the unique dynamics of each platform — including how the product is experienced, how user cohorts differ, and what drives their behavior — and proactively bring this perspective to broader research and cross-functional decision-making to identify opportunities and explain differences in product and business outcomes.
- Build visibility into platform-level business performance and establish growth targets informed by internal data, market research, and competitive insights.
- Design and analyze experiments to evaluate product launches, inform iteration, and drive rigorous, data-informed product decisions.
- Advance how we measure product impact by developing innovative measurement and causal inference approaches where traditional A/B testing is not feasible, expanding the range of platform investments we can evaluate with rigor and confidence.
- Elevate data and experimentation rigor across the broader team by building scalable frameworks and practices around experiment design, success metrics, launch criteria, and launch readiness — helping teams launch confidently and consistently.
- Build scalable monitoring and diagnostic capabilities that enable teams to quickly identify trends, investigate changes, and understand root causes.
- Partner across Data Science, Product, and Engineering — including Growth, Discovery, Social, and other product areas — to connect insights across surfaces, understand how platform and product changes affect the broader ecosystem, and translate complex data into actionable recommendations that shape strategy and drive impactful platform improvements.
You Have:
- An advanced degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
- 8+ years of industry experience in Data Science or a related quantitative discipline, preferably working on consumer-facing products or applications.
- Strong analytical and technical skills, with proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and large-scale data processing and workflow tools such as Spark and Airflow.
- Deep expertise in statistical analysis, causal inference, experimentation, and measurement methodologies, with a track record of applying these techniques to shape product strategy and drive business outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead ambiguous, high-impact problem spaces, applying first-principles thinking to develop novel frameworks, approaches, and solutions.
- Proven ability to influence across Product, Engineering, Design, Data Science, and leadership, shaping strategy, prioritizing investments, and driving alignment across organizational boundaries.
- Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to distill complex, high-dimensional problems into clear insights and actionable recommendations for both technical and executive audiences.
Roles that are based in an office are onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional presence on Monday and Friday (unless otherwise noted).
Roblox provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Roblox also provides reasonable accommodations to candidates with qualifying disabilities or religious beliefs during the recruiting process.
For US based roles only, please note the Company may not be able to employ candidates for this role who have United States work authorization related to certain U.S. visa categories, or support future H-1B sponsorship at this time.
Every day, tens of millions of people come to Roblox to explore, create, play, learn, and connect with friends in 3D immersive digital experiences– all created by our global community of developers and creators.
At Roblox, we're building the tools and platform that empower our community to bring any experience that they can imagine to life. Our vision is to reimagine the way people come together, from anywhere in the world, and on any device. We're on a mission to connect a billion people with optimism and civility, and looking for amazing talent to help us get there.
A career at Roblox means you'll be working to shape the future of human interaction, solving unique technical challenges at scale, and helping to create safer, more civil shared experiences for everyone.
WHY DATA SCIENCE & ANALYTICS?
The Data Science & Analytics organization's mission is to increase our speed, frequency and acumen of making decisions at scale by instilling a data-influenced approach to building products. We cover a wide area of the data spectrum including analytical data engineering, product analytics, experimentation, causal inference, statistical modeling and machine learning. Aligned and partnering with product groups, we use this vast tool belt to discover new opportunities and unmet use cases, influence and shape the product roadmap and prioritization, build data products and measure the impact on our community of players and developers.
WHY Consumer Apps?
Roblox is used by tens of millions of people every day across a wide range of devices, including mobile, desktop, console, TV, and VR. The Consumer Apps team owns the app foundation that makes Roblox feel fast, fluid, and reliable for players and is dedicated to delivering superior performance, reliability, and user experience across all platforms Roblox supports. This team ensures a seamless and engaging user interface that facilitates intuitive interactions while enabling efficient, high-quality experiences across devices. Innovation is at the core of our work, as we continuously enhance features and integrate cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems.
As a Data Scientist on the team, you will help accelerate Roblox's growth by shaping how we launch and optimize Roblox across the diverse device ecosystems where people connect, play, and co-experience. You will partner with Mobile, Desktop, Console, and emerging-platform teams to identify opportunities and develop platform-specific strategies that make Roblox feel best-in-class on every device. You will use data to guide investments across platform expansion, platform-specific product experiences, and ecosystem partnerships. You will develop measurement and experimentation frameworks to understand both the direct and broader ecosystem impact of these investments, helping teams identify growth opportunities, make informed tradeoffs, and continuously improve the Roblox experience while expanding universal access.
You Will:
- Identify high-potential platform levers and apply causal methods to understand their impact on user behavior, engagement, monetization, and other topline outcomes, translating these insights into platform-specific strategies.
- Develop deep expertise in the unique dynamics of each platform — including how the product is experienced, how user cohorts differ, and what drives their behavior — and proactively bring this perspective to broader research and cross-functional decision-making to identify opportunities and explain differences in product and business outcomes.
- Build visibility into platform-level business performance and establish growth targets informed by internal data, market research, and competitive insights.
- Design and analyze experiments to evaluate product launches, inform iteration, and drive rigorous, data-informed product decisions.
- Advance how we measure product impact by developing innovative measurement and causal inference approaches where traditional A/B testing is not feasible, expanding the range of platform investments we can evaluate with rigor and confidence.
- Elevate data and experimentation rigor across the broader team by building scalable frameworks and practices around experiment design, success metrics, launch criteria, and launch readiness — helping teams launch confidently and consistently.
- Build scalable monitoring and diagnostic capabilities that enable teams to quickly identify trends, investigate changes, and understand root causes.
- Partner across Data Science, Product, and Engineering — including Growth, Discovery, Social, and other product areas — to connect insights across surfaces, understand how platform and product changes affect the broader ecosystem, and translate complex data into actionable recommendations that shape strategy and drive impactful platform improvements.
You Have:
- An advanced degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
- 8+ years of industry experience in Data Science or a related quantitative discipline, preferably working on consumer-facing products or applications.
- Strong analytical and technical skills, with proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and large-scale data processing and workflow tools such as Spark and Airflow.
- Deep expertise in statistical analysis, causal inference, experimentation, and measurement methodologies, with a track record of applying these techniques to shape product strategy and drive business outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead ambiguous, high-impact problem spaces, applying first-principles thinking to develop novel frameworks, approaches, and solutions.
- Proven ability to influence across Product, Engineering, Design, Data Science, and leadership, shaping strategy, prioritizing investments, and driving alignment across organizational boundaries.
- Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to distill complex, high-dimensional problems into clear insights and actionable recommendations for both technical and executive audiences.
Roles that are based in an office are onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional presence on Monday and Friday (unless otherwise noted).
Roblox provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Roblox also provides reasonable accommodations to candidates with qualifying disabilities or religious beliefs during the recruiting process.
For US based roles only, please note the Company may not be able to employ candidates for this role who have United States work authorization related to certain U.S. visa categories, or support future H-1B sponsorship at this time.
Tips for Finding AI Data Engineer Jobs at Roblox
Align your portfolio to Roblox's data stack
Roblox's AI and data engineering work centers on large-scale event pipelines, real-time analytics, and ML feature stores. Highlight hands-on experience with distributed systems like Spark or Flink and cloud-native infrastructure before you apply.
Verify your visa type matches the role level
Roblox sponsors several nonimmigrant categories, and your eligibility depends on nationality and degree. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3, Canadians the TN, and F-1 graduates should confirm their OPT expiration date before the offer stage to avoid gaps.
Request premium processing before your OPT runs out
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT to H-1B at Roblox, USCIS standard processing can take three to six months. Ask your recruiter early whether the company will file with premium processing so your status doesn't lapse before approval.
Prepare LCA documentation before the offer letter
Roblox must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your H-1B petition can move forward. Understanding this step lets you ask informed questions during negotiation and flag any delays before they affect your start date.
Target Roblox's AI platform and data infrastructure teams
Use Migrate Mate to filter open AI Data Engineer roles at Roblox by visa type, so you're only reviewing positions where your specific sponsorship category is actively supported, not just theoretically available.
Account for PERM timing if you want a Green Card
Sponsorship for a Green Card through EB-2 or EB-3 requires a PERM labor certification filed with the DOL, which typically takes 12 to 18 months before the I-140 stage. Raise long-term sponsorship intent during offer negotiation, not after you've accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Roblox sponsor H-1B visas for AI Data Engineers?
Yes, Roblox sponsors H-1B visas for AI Data Engineer roles. The company has a consistent pattern of filing petitions for technical positions requiring specialized knowledge in data engineering and AI. Because H-1B is subject to the annual cap and lottery, timing matters significantly. Roblox typically initiates the process well ahead of the April filing window, so early alignment with your recruiter is important.
How do I apply for AI Data Engineer jobs at Roblox?
You can browse open AI Data Engineer positions at Roblox through Migrate Mate, which filters roles specifically by visa sponsorship availability so you only see jobs where your status is supported. Once you identify a role, apply directly through Roblox's careers portal. Tailor your resume to highlight data pipeline architecture, ML infrastructure, and distributed systems experience relevant to Roblox's platform scale.
Which visa types does Roblox commonly sponsor for AI Data Engineers?
Roblox sponsors H-1B and H-1B1 visa for most international AI Data Engineer hires. Australian citizens can use the E-3 visa, which bypasses the lottery entirely. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA. F-1 graduates working on OPT are also supported. For permanent residence, Roblox has sponsored both EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways for engineering roles.
What qualifications does Roblox expect for AI Data Engineer roles?
Roblox typically looks for a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field, which also satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for H-1B sponsorship. Practical experience with large-scale data pipelines, cloud infrastructure (AWS or GCP), and ML platform tooling carries significant weight. Experience with real-time data processing frameworks like Apache Kafka or Flink aligns closely with Roblox's internal architecture.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Roblox AI Data Engineer offer?
Timeline depends on visa type. E-3 visa and TN can be processed in weeks, often at a consulate or port of entry. H-1B standard processing through USCIS runs three to six months, while premium processing reduces that to around 15 business days. If you're transitioning from OPT, Roblox will typically file your H-1B in April for an October 1 start, requiring your OPT to cover the gap.