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Roblox hires Technical Managers to lead engineering teams building and scaling a platform used by hundreds of millions of people worldwide. The company has an established process for sponsoring work visas across multiple categories, making it a realistic target for international candidates pursuing technical leadership roles.
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INTRODUCTION
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a TPM for Roblox Engine, you will make a huge impact by driving our engineering efforts to build and ship technical solutions to enable great user and creator experiences. Specifically, you will build cross-functional technical programs for our game-engine, graphics, and avatar mechanics.
You Will
- Manage Engine programs end-to-end with cross functional teams, build strong alignment between program objectives and company’s long-term vision
- Work with Eng and PM leads to define workflows and scopes of work, milestones and plans of execution in standard documents
- Contribute to holistic program direction. Identify gaps in the strategy, definition and execution of the end-to-end projects and develop plans for improvements.
- Enable engineering teams to stay focused on priorities and reliably manage all project phases.
- Establish and maintain effective cross functional communication and collaboration.
- Drive the build, release, expansion, and adoption of technologies. Build the task force to automate manual efforts.
- Constantly communicate the health of program/projects, risks and implications to timelines with technical and product leads, and stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You Have
- A technical leader with domain expertise in software engineering or system engineering
- Experience working on multiple tech stacks
- Experience with establishing work relationships across multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience with identifying critical technical problems and opportunities
- A data driven strategic thinker who is capable of conveying ideas that materialize in solid planning and day-to-day execution to deliver quality products
- Experience with delivering end to end technical programs through effective execution while meeting quality and performance requirements
- The ability to turn specific solutions into systems that benefit larger communities in the long run
- The ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment with competing resources and priorities
- Knowledge about user needs, scoping, planning, execution and delivery
- An outstanding communicator both technical and program
- A self starter attitude with high degree of self direction and independent drive
- Flexibility around process, using process as a tool when it makes sense for a team
COMPENSATION
For roles that are based at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA: The starting base pay for this position is as shown below. The actual base pay is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs and market demand. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. All full-time employees are also eligible for equity compensation and for benefits as described on this page.
- Annual Salary Range: $225,290—$259,200 USD
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.

INTRODUCTION
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a TPM for Roblox Engine, you will make a huge impact by driving our engineering efforts to build and ship technical solutions to enable great user and creator experiences. Specifically, you will build cross-functional technical programs for our game-engine, graphics, and avatar mechanics.
You Will
- Manage Engine programs end-to-end with cross functional teams, build strong alignment between program objectives and company’s long-term vision
- Work with Eng and PM leads to define workflows and scopes of work, milestones and plans of execution in standard documents
- Contribute to holistic program direction. Identify gaps in the strategy, definition and execution of the end-to-end projects and develop plans for improvements.
- Enable engineering teams to stay focused on priorities and reliably manage all project phases.
- Establish and maintain effective cross functional communication and collaboration.
- Drive the build, release, expansion, and adoption of technologies. Build the task force to automate manual efforts.
- Constantly communicate the health of program/projects, risks and implications to timelines with technical and product leads, and stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You Have
- A technical leader with domain expertise in software engineering or system engineering
- Experience working on multiple tech stacks
- Experience with establishing work relationships across multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience with identifying critical technical problems and opportunities
- A data driven strategic thinker who is capable of conveying ideas that materialize in solid planning and day-to-day execution to deliver quality products
- Experience with delivering end to end technical programs through effective execution while meeting quality and performance requirements
- The ability to turn specific solutions into systems that benefit larger communities in the long run
- The ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment with competing resources and priorities
- Knowledge about user needs, scoping, planning, execution and delivery
- An outstanding communicator both technical and program
- A self starter attitude with high degree of self direction and independent drive
- Flexibility around process, using process as a tool when it makes sense for a team
COMPENSATION
For roles that are based at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA: The starting base pay for this position is as shown below. The actual base pay is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs and market demand. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. All full-time employees are also eligible for equity compensation and for benefits as described on this page.
- Annual Salary Range: $225,290—$259,200 USD
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.
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Frame your leadership scope clearly
Roblox Technical Manager roles typically require demonstrated ownership of cross-functional engineering teams. Before applying, document your team size, the systems your teams owned, and measurable delivery outcomes. Visa petitions for managers require evidence of supervisory duties, not just technical contribution.
Target teams with active platform infrastructure work
Roblox consistently hires Technical Managers for platform scaling, developer tooling, and live operations. Positioning your background against these areas increases your relevance before the interview stage and signals alignment with where sponsorship-backed headcount tends to open.
Confirm your visa category with your recruiter early
Roblox sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, and H-1B1 visas depending on your nationality. Ask the recruiter which category applies to you before offer negotiations begin. Processing timelines differ significantly, and knowing your category early helps you plan your start date realistically.
Prepare for the Labor Condition Application stage
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL before your visa petition can proceed. For Technical Manager roles, the LCA must reflect the actual work location and prevailing wage for the position. Remote or hybrid arrangements can complicate this if you are working across multiple states.
Use Migrate Mate to identify open Technical Manager roles
Roblox posts Technical Manager positions across multiple teams with varying sponsorship eligibility. Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by visa type and confirm which openings are actively sponsoring before you invest time in tailoring your application and preparing for interviews.
Align your start date around H-1B cap timing
If you need a new H-1B and are not currently in cap-exempt status, USCIS only allows employment to begin on October 1 following the April lottery. Factor this into offer discussions so your prospective start date does not create complications for Roblox's hiring timeline.
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Does Roblox sponsor H-1B visas for Technical Managers?
Yes, Roblox sponsors H-1B visas for Technical Manager roles. The company has a consistent track record of filing sponsorship petitions for technical leadership positions. If you are subject to the H-1B cap, your petition enters the annual lottery held in April, with employment beginning no earlier than October 1 of that fiscal year. Roblox also sponsors H-1B transfers for candidates already holding H-1B status with another employer.
How do I apply for Technical Manager jobs at Roblox?
Applications go through Roblox's careers portal, where Technical Manager roles are listed by team and function. You can also browse visa-sponsored openings specifically on Migrate Mate, which filters Roblox roles by sponsorship type. The interview process typically includes a recruiter screen, technical leadership discussions, and cross-functional panel interviews assessing both engineering depth and people management experience.
Which visa types does Roblox commonly use for Technical Manager roles?
Roblox sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, TN, and F-1 OPT for Technical Manager positions, as well as immigrant visa pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for longer-term sponsorship. The right category depends on your nationality and current status. Australian citizens are eligible for the E-3, Canadians and Mexicans for TN, and Singapore and Chile nationals for H-1B1, each with distinct application processes and renewal structures.
What qualifications does Roblox expect for a Technical Manager role?
Roblox typically looks for a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field, combined with experience managing engineering teams in a production environment. For visa sponsorship purposes, the role must qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards, meaning a specific degree requirement must be tied directly to the position. Candidates with experience in platform infrastructure, real-time systems, or developer tooling are commonly sought for this role.
How do I think about timeline if I need visa sponsorship at Roblox?
Timeline depends on your visa category. E-3 and TN visas can be processed relatively quickly, with consular appointments sometimes available within weeks. H-1B petitions tied to the annual cap require planning around the April lottery and an October 1 start. Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 involves PERM labor certification with DOL, which can take one to two years before a petition is even filed. Align your offer discussions with your expected timeline as early as possible.
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