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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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Roblox is seeking a Strategic Financial Analyst, Revenue to own core forecasting models and margin analytics across COGS, tax, and pricing. Reporting to the Finance Manager, Revenue, this role will be responsible for the integrity and evolution of our platform bookings and cost forecasting frameworks. You will operate at the intersection of Finance, Tax, Payments, Accounting, and Data to ensure that pricing, tax exposure, and platform cost dynamics are accurately modeled, reported, and embedded in planning processes. This role provides deep exposure to the full revenue funnel — including Bookings, COGS, and Developer Expense — and contributes to executive and board-level reporting. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor with strong operational ownership, ensuring financial accuracy while translating complex margin dynamics into clear, actionable insight.
You Will:
- Own the COGS forecast, budget, and platform bookings model, analyzing trends, delivering insights, and strategically partnering with key business teams who drive our provider mix and COGS rate assumptions.
- Drive pricing initiatives and recommendations, developing comprehensive knowledge of COGS and Tax impact to pricing through partnerships with Product (Payments) and Tax teams.
- Lead key month-end deliverables for Accounting and Tax, including regional bookings views, tax files, and associated validation checks.
- Support business decision-making and recommendations through ad hoc analysis related to new payment providers or platforms, rate negotiations, tax or pricing decisions, etc.
- Prepare executive- and board-ready materials that clearly articulate bookings performance, margin drivers, and forward outlook.
- Enhance forecasting accuracy and scalability through process automation and improved data modeling.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual planning cycles with a strong focus on integrity, clarity, and strategic insight.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 2+ years of experience in investment banking, consulting, or business operations or equivalent work experience.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics or other quantitative fields (math, science, finance/accounting).
- Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and financial modeling, with a willingness to learn other tools & software languages. Experience with Python, SQL, Tableau or other analytical software is a strong plus, but not required.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to distill robust datasets into concise and meaningful insights and trends.
- Exposure to emerging, high-growth companies in the technology or internet sectors.
- An eye for efficiency and gravitate towards automating manual processes.
- Intense curiosity about understanding key drivers of a complex business with eagerness and motivation to make an impact on the business.
COMPENSATION
- Annual Salary Range: $134,540—$167,910 USD
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.
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
Roblox is seeking a Strategic Financial Analyst, Revenue to own core forecasting models and margin analytics across COGS, tax, and pricing. Reporting to the Finance Manager, Revenue, this role will be responsible for the integrity and evolution of our platform bookings and cost forecasting frameworks. You will operate at the intersection of Finance, Tax, Payments, Accounting, and Data to ensure that pricing, tax exposure, and platform cost dynamics are accurately modeled, reported, and embedded in planning processes. This role provides deep exposure to the full revenue funnel — including Bookings, COGS, and Developer Expense — and contributes to executive and board-level reporting. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor with strong operational ownership, ensuring financial accuracy while translating complex margin dynamics into clear, actionable insight.
You Will:
- Own the COGS forecast, budget, and platform bookings model, analyzing trends, delivering insights, and strategically partnering with key business teams who drive our provider mix and COGS rate assumptions.
- Drive pricing initiatives and recommendations, developing comprehensive knowledge of COGS and Tax impact to pricing through partnerships with Product (Payments) and Tax teams.
- Lead key month-end deliverables for Accounting and Tax, including regional bookings views, tax files, and associated validation checks.
- Support business decision-making and recommendations through ad hoc analysis related to new payment providers or platforms, rate negotiations, tax or pricing decisions, etc.
- Prepare executive- and board-ready materials that clearly articulate bookings performance, margin drivers, and forward outlook.
- Enhance forecasting accuracy and scalability through process automation and improved data modeling.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual planning cycles with a strong focus on integrity, clarity, and strategic insight.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 2+ years of experience in investment banking, consulting, or business operations or equivalent work experience.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics or other quantitative fields (math, science, finance/accounting).
- Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and financial modeling, with a willingness to learn other tools & software languages. Experience with Python, SQL, Tableau or other analytical software is a strong plus, but not required.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to distill robust datasets into concise and meaningful insights and trends.
- Exposure to emerging, high-growth companies in the technology or internet sectors.
- An eye for efficiency and gravitate towards automating manual processes.
- Intense curiosity about understanding key drivers of a complex business with eagerness and motivation to make an impact on the business.
COMPENSATION
- Annual Salary Range: $134,540—$167,910 USD
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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Search Technology Jobs in CaliforniaTechnology OPT Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which technology companies in California sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Many of California's largest technology employers have established track records of hiring F-1 OPT students, including Google, Apple, Meta, Salesforce, Netflix, and Adobe, all headquartered in the state. Mid-size and growth-stage companies in the Bay Area and Los Angeles also sponsor OPT regularly. Sponsorship decisions are made at the employer and role level, so availability varies even within the same company.
Which cities in California have the most technology F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
The San Francisco Bay Area, encompassing San Jose, San Francisco, and surrounding Silicon Valley cities, has the highest concentration of technology OPT sponsorship roles in California. Los Angeles is a growing hub, particularly for roles in entertainment technology, e-commerce, and startups. San Diego has a strong cluster of biotech-adjacent software and data roles. Remote-eligible positions with California-based employers also appear frequently.
What types of technology roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in California?
Software engineering, data science, machine learning, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, product management, and UX research are among the most commonly sponsored technology roles in California. These positions typically require a degree directly related to the work, which aligns well with OPT's requirement that employment be in a field related to your major. Roles where the connection between degree and job function is clear tend to have fewer complications.
How do I find technology F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters technology jobs in California by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you're not sorting through listings from employers who don't sponsor. Searching Migrate Mate lets you focus on companies with a history of OPT hiring in the state, which is more efficient than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process.
Are there any California-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in technology?
California's technology sector moves quickly, and many employers are familiar with OPT authorization timelines, but you should confirm that your Employment Authorization Document start date aligns with your offer date before accepting. STEM OPT extension eligibility is particularly relevant in California's tech industry, since many qualifying roles at E-Verify employers can support a 24-month extension beyond the initial 12 months of OPT.