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Frontend Engineer roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship because they meet the specialty occupation requirement, a relevant bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian engineers can apply as soon as they have a job offer.
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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.
Discovery UX sits at the intersection of product innovation and high-scale infrastructure. Every Roblox user starts their journey on the homepage, and every Roblox developer needs to find their correct audience. Our team works closely with product and engineering teams across Roblox to bridge this gap by improving the user journey from landing on Roblox to joining an experience. We primarily work on Home, Search, Charts, and Experience Details pages, for both the Roblox website and app.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Principal Software Engineer, you will craft robust, extensible systems for high-traffic surfaces. While you are a frontend expert at heart, you are a versatile engineer who isn't afraid to dive into the backend or data pipelines to ship a complete feature. You will drive solutions using React and modern technologies, helping us build efficiently across devices. If you have a deep understanding of frontend architecture and a genuine curiosity for diving into data to understand "the why" behind an experiment, you will be right at home with us. This role reports to the Engineering Manager on the Discovery UX team.
You Will
- Design, build, and ship features that define the discovery journey for millions of users.
- Architect universal solutions for delivering high-performance features across a range of platforms and devices.
- Influence our core client-server orchestration and how we deploy and render code dynamically across the global Roblox ecosystem.
- Drive UX improvements through rigorous A/B testing and deep-dive analysis of experiment results.
- Collaborate with teams across Roblox to ensure a coherent user experience and technical designs that are scalable for long-term success.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You Have
- 8+ years of experience in software development.
- 8+ years of experience with web or app technologies (React, Typescript, Javascript).
- Proven track record building and launching complex, consumer-facing features.
- Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Applied Math, Physics, Engineering, Statistics, or other technical field is a plus.
You Are
- Passionate about users: You are sensitive to the needs of our users and strive to build the best possible experience for our community.
- Versatile: You possess a full-stack mindset and the flexibility to navigate other areas like backend or data infrastructure as needed to achieve project goals.
- Analytical: You tackle large, ambiguous problems systematically and thoroughly, ensuring solutions are robust and well-considered.
- Data-Curious: You are driven to understand the results of your work, diving into data to uncover hidden insights.
- Innovative: You craft creative long-term solutions and stay in touch with industry developments.
- Team-oriented: You respect the ideas of others and are comfortable advocating for the right technical path.
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: $295,250—$345,040 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.
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.
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.
Discovery UX sits at the intersection of product innovation and high-scale infrastructure. Every Roblox user starts their journey on the homepage, and every Roblox developer needs to find their correct audience. Our team works closely with product and engineering teams across Roblox to bridge this gap by improving the user journey from landing on Roblox to joining an experience. We primarily work on Home, Search, Charts, and Experience Details pages, for both the Roblox website and app.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Principal Software Engineer, you will craft robust, extensible systems for high-traffic surfaces. While you are a frontend expert at heart, you are a versatile engineer who isn't afraid to dive into the backend or data pipelines to ship a complete feature. You will drive solutions using React and modern technologies, helping us build efficiently across devices. If you have a deep understanding of frontend architecture and a genuine curiosity for diving into data to understand "the why" behind an experiment, you will be right at home with us. This role reports to the Engineering Manager on the Discovery UX team.
You Will
- Design, build, and ship features that define the discovery journey for millions of users.
- Architect universal solutions for delivering high-performance features across a range of platforms and devices.
- Influence our core client-server orchestration and how we deploy and render code dynamically across the global Roblox ecosystem.
- Drive UX improvements through rigorous A/B testing and deep-dive analysis of experiment results.
- Collaborate with teams across Roblox to ensure a coherent user experience and technical designs that are scalable for long-term success.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You Have
- 8+ years of experience in software development.
- 8+ years of experience with web or app technologies (React, Typescript, Javascript).
- Proven track record building and launching complex, consumer-facing features.
- Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Applied Math, Physics, Engineering, Statistics, or other technical field is a plus.
You Are
- Passionate about users: You are sensitive to the needs of our users and strive to build the best possible experience for our community.
- Versatile: You possess a full-stack mindset and the flexibility to navigate other areas like backend or data infrastructure as needed to achieve project goals.
- Analytical: You tackle large, ambiguous problems systematically and thoroughly, ensuring solutions are robust and well-considered.
- Data-Curious: You are driven to understand the results of your work, diving into data to uncover hidden insights.
- Innovative: You craft creative long-term solutions and stay in touch with industry developments.
- Team-oriented: You respect the ideas of others and are comfortable advocating for the right technical path.
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: $295,250—$345,040 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.
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.
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Frame your Australian degree correctly
A three-year Australian bachelor's in computer science or software engineering satisfies the E-3 visa specialty occupation requirement. When your employer's LCA is filed with DOL, confirm the job description explicitly requires a degree in a specific field, not just 'a degree in any discipline.'
Target employers with existing LCA filings
Search DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway for certified LCAs under SOC code 15-1254 (Web Developers and Digital Interface Designers). Employers who've filed LCAs before already understand the process, which reduces friction when you negotiate sponsorship.
Negotiate sponsorship before accepting an offer
Raise the E-3 early in the offer conversation, not after you've signed. The visa requires an employer-filed LCA, so getting written confirmation that the company will sponsor before you resign from your current role protects you if they later hesitate.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA
The LCA must be DOL-certified before your consulate appointment, and errors delay the whole timeline. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so your employer doesn't need a dedicated immigration attorney to get the process done.
Verify your employer's E-Verify enrollment status
Some U.S. states and federal contractors require employers to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm this before your start date because unenrolled employers may face onboarding delays that affect your I-94 activation, especially if you're changing status from within the U.S.
Understand your status gap between roles
If you're switching Frontend Engineer jobs on E-3, your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new visa stamp before re-entering the U.S. if you travel internationally. Plan your notice period and start date around consulate appointment availability in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth.
E-3 Visa Frontend Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Frontend Engineer jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to find Frontend Engineer roles from U.S. employers with active E-3 or LCA filing history. Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, so you end up applying to roles where the employer has never sponsored an E-3 and doesn't know the process, which adds significant friction to the offer stage.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Frontend Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. The role must genuinely require that specialized knowledge. If the job description says 'bachelor's degree in any field,' the DOL LCA and the consular officer may challenge the specialty occupation classification, so the job posting language matters.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Frontend Engineers?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been exhausted, so there's no lottery and no waiting period. The H-1B visa requires entering a randomized lottery each March with roughly a one-in-four selection rate. For Australian Frontend Engineers, the E-3 means you can start the application process the moment you have a job offer, without relying on lottery luck.
Can I switch Frontend Engineer jobs while on an E-3?
Yes, but the E-3 is employer-specific. Your new employer must file a certified LCA with DOL before you start, and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel outside the U.S. before beginning the new role. There's no USCIS petition required for an E-3 change of employer, which makes the process faster than H-1B transfers.