Senior Level Physics Jobs
Senior level physics jobs place experienced professionals in charge of research direction, experimental design, and the technical teams or programs that deliver results. Most roles are 17% remote or hybrid, concentrated across Education, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like University of Minnesota, NVIDIA, and Roblox hiring at this level now.
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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.
From the early days, simulated physics has been the foundation of the way users build in Roblox. Our physics engine enables dynamic environments with emergent behavior making games more immersive and exciting.
The Physics team develops Roblox's proprietary distributed physics engine. Our team implements the mathematical models behind our dynamic simulation engine, and ships engine APIs and tools that developers use every day. These models incorporate rigid body dynamics arising from external forces, collisions, and constraints while optimizing for real-time performance. We work on integrating the low level physics solver into the rest of the engine for online gameplay across multiple platforms. You will report to the Physics Environment Engineering Manager.
You Will:
- Innovate and implement powerful physics features that empower Roblox developers to create immersive and dynamic experiences.
- Drive innovation through research and rapid prototyping, translating new ideas into practical solutions that stand the test of time.
- Optimize and enhance the robustness and performance of the physics engine and its integrations, ensuring a seamless user experience.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external developers, providing expert support and guidance to improve feature utilization and resolve technical challenges.
You Have:
- Extensive C++ Development: 8+ years of professional experience writing high-performance, optimized C++ code (2+ years if with an advanced degree).
- Performance Engineering: Demonstrated ability to use multithreading and SIMD optimization techniques to enhance application efficiency with knowledge of modern computer architecture and its impact on software performance.
- Physics and Numerical Methods Experience: Practical experience applying numerical methods to solve problems in real-time physics simulation.
- Real-Time Physics Expertise: Proven experience developing and deploying real-time and online multiplayer physics simulations.
- Physics SDK Familiarity: Hands-on experience integrating and applying physics SDKs such as PhysX, Havok, and Bullet.
- Educational Background: Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
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.
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.
From the early days, simulated physics has been the foundation of the way users build in Roblox. Our physics engine enables dynamic environments with emergent behavior making games more immersive and exciting.
The Physics team develops Roblox's proprietary distributed physics engine. Our team implements the mathematical models behind our dynamic simulation engine, and ships engine APIs and tools that developers use every day. These models incorporate rigid body dynamics arising from external forces, collisions, and constraints while optimizing for real-time performance. We work on integrating the low level physics solver into the rest of the engine for online gameplay across multiple platforms. You will report to the Physics Environment Engineering Manager.
You Will:
- Innovate and implement powerful physics features that empower Roblox developers to create immersive and dynamic experiences.
- Drive innovation through research and rapid prototyping, translating new ideas into practical solutions that stand the test of time.
- Optimize and enhance the robustness and performance of the physics engine and its integrations, ensuring a seamless user experience.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external developers, providing expert support and guidance to improve feature utilization and resolve technical challenges.
You Have:
- Extensive C++ Development: 8+ years of professional experience writing high-performance, optimized C++ code (2+ years if with an advanced degree).
- Performance Engineering: Demonstrated ability to use multithreading and SIMD optimization techniques to enhance application efficiency with knowledge of modern computer architecture and its impact on software performance.
- Physics and Numerical Methods Experience: Practical experience applying numerical methods to solve problems in real-time physics simulation.
- Real-Time Physics Expertise: Proven experience developing and deploying real-time and online multiplayer physics simulations.
- Physics SDK Familiarity: Hands-on experience integrating and applying physics SDKs such as PhysX, Havok, and Bullet.
- Educational Background: Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
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.
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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Senior Level Physics Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level physics job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for demonstrated ownership of complex research programs, published or patented work, and the ability to guide junior scientists or engineers. Candidates who can connect their physics expertise to measurable outcomes, whether in product development, defense systems, or fundamental research, stand out most. Leadership experience, even informal mentorship, signals readiness for this tier.
Which companies hire senior level physicists?
Companies hiring senior level physicists right now include University of Minnesota, NVIDIA, and Roblox, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among national laboratories, defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and technology companies with active research and development divisions.
Are there remote senior level physics jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by specialization. About 17% of senior level physics openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with computational, data-heavy, and modeling roles offering the most flexibility. Roles requiring lab access, specialized equipment, or classified clearances are typically on-site.
What makes a physics role senior level?
Senior level physics roles are defined by scope, ownership, and influence. Professionals at this stage design and lead research programs rather than executing tasks assigned by others, make independent decisions on methodology, and are accountable for technical outcomes. Mentoring junior staff, representing projects to stakeholders, and driving cross-functional collaboration are standard expectations at this level.
Which industries hire the most senior level physicists?
Senior level physics roles concentrate in Education, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on advanced modeling, materials science, optics, or quantum research to develop next-generation products, defense systems, and scientific instrumentation.