Senior Software Development Engineer Jobs at Roblox with Visa Sponsorship

Senior Software Development Engineer roles at Roblox sit at the intersection of large-scale systems and immersive platform development. Roblox has a consistent track record of sponsoring international engineers across multiple visa categories, making it a realistic target for skilled developers who need work authorization.

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Overview

Open Jobs56+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type91% Hybrid
Median Salary$220K
Top LocationSan Mateo, CA
Most JobsRoblox

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Senior Software Engineer
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Senior Software Engineer
Roblox
San Mateo, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Backend Engineering
$196,750/yr - $243,290/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Roblox
Senior Fullstack Software Engineer
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Senior Fullstack Software Engineer
Roblox
San Mateo, California
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$196,750/yr - $243,290/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Senior/Principal Software Engineer
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Senior/Principal Software Engineer
Roblox
San Mateo, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
$278,530/yr - $345,040/yr
Hybrid
6+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Senior Frontend Software Engineer
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Senior Frontend Software Engineer
Roblox
San Mateo, California
Software Engineering
Frontend Engineering
Backend Engineering
$242,100/yr - $293,800/yr
Hybrid
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Senior QA Engineer
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Senior QA Engineer
Roblox
San Mateo, California
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Game Development
$156,890/yr - $187,780/yr
Hybrid
5+ yrs exp.
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Tips for Finding Senior Software Development Engineer Jobs at Roblox Jobs

Tailor your portfolio to Roblox's platform scale

Roblox runs systems serving tens of millions of concurrent users. Before applying, reframe your resume and GitHub projects around distributed systems, real-time infrastructure, or game engine work. Surface metrics that reflect scale, not just features shipped.

Identify which visa pathway fits your profile

Roblox sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, H-1B1, and F-1 OPT among others. Knowing which category applies to your nationality before your first recruiter call lets you ask sharper questions and avoid confusion when the offer stage begins.

Align your OPT start date with Roblox's hiring cycles

Roblox recruits heavily in the first quarter for mid-year start dates. If you're on F-1 OPT, time your application so your work authorization covers the expected onboarding window, and confirm your STEM OPT extension eligibility if you need extra runway.

Confirm H-1B cap exemption does not apply here

Roblox is a for-profit technology company, so H-1B petitions it files are cap-subject. That means your petition enters the annual lottery, with the cap registration window opening in March. Factor the April 1 earliest start date into any negotiation around your offer timeline.

Ask explicitly about LCA wage level during offer negotiation

Roblox files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before sponsoring any H-1B. The LCA wage level assigned to your role affects whether your offer is compliant. Request clarity on the SOC code and prevailing wage level before signing, not after.

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Sponsorship-eligible roles at Roblox aren't always labeled clearly on general job boards. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Senior Software Development Engineer positions at Roblox that are open to visa sponsorship, so you're applying to roles where your status is already accounted for.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Roblox sponsor H-1B visas for Senior Software Development Engineers?

Yes, Roblox sponsors H-1B visas for Senior Software Development Engineers. Because Roblox is a for-profit company, these petitions are cap-subject and must go through the annual H-1B lottery. Registration opens in March each year, and the earliest a cap-subject H-1B can take effect is October 1. If you're already in H-1B status with another employer, a transfer to Roblox is possible without re-entering the lottery.

How do I apply for Senior Software Development Engineer jobs at Roblox?

Applications go through Roblox's careers portal, but finding roles that explicitly support visa sponsorship takes extra filtering. Migrate Mate lets you browse Senior Software Development Engineer openings at Roblox with sponsorship already confirmed, which removes the guesswork before you spend time applying. Once you've identified a role, expect a recruiter screen, multiple technical rounds focused on systems design and coding, and a final hiring loop.

Which visa types does Roblox commonly sponsor for Senior Software Development Engineers?

Roblox sponsors several visa categories for this role, including H-1B for most nationalities, E-3 for Australian citizens, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals, H-1B1 for Chilean and Singaporean nationals, and F-1 OPT or STEM OPT for recent graduates. For longer-term immigration, Roblox also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship, which typically begins after you've established tenure in the role.

What qualifications does Roblox expect for Senior Software Development Engineer roles?

Roblox typically expects a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, which also satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for H-1B purposes. Beyond the degree, senior-level roles emphasize distributed systems experience, proficiency in C++ or other performance-critical languages, and a track record of owning large engineering workstreams. Contributions to real-time or game-platform systems are especially relevant given Roblox's technical environment.

How long does the visa sponsorship process take if I receive an offer from Roblox?

Timeline depends on your visa category. For H-1B, if you're entering the lottery, you're looking at a minimum of several months between registration in March and an October 1 start. For E-3 and TN, consular processing can move significantly faster, sometimes within a few weeks of your offer. USCIS premium processing is available for H-1B petitions and reduces USCIS adjudication time to 15 business days once your petition is filed, though it doesn't affect the October 1 cap date.

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