Senior Roblox Developer

1 month, 2 weeks ago
Contract
Senior
Software Development
Sawhorse Productions

Sawhorse Productions

Sawhorse Productions, founded in 2013 by Nic Hill, Blake Behnam, and Eben Kostbar, is a full-service content studio specializing in creating impactful multi-platform content and interactive experiences. With a diverse team of talented individuals, Sawh...

Media
11-50
Founded 2011

Description

  • Design, develop, and optimize high-quality Roblox gameplay experiences using clean, scalable Luau code.
  • Translate creative direction and product goals into interactive, engaging, data-driven gameplay features.
  • Lead feature development from concept through execution while maintaining best practices and quality standards.
  • Coordinate with clients and stakeholders to align technical execution with project objectives and branding requirements.
  • Collaborate with designers and engineers to implement gameplay mechanics, UI/UX features, and interactive elements.
  • Work with QA and product managers to troubleshoot, debug, and improve performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Develop custom game systems such as character controllers, AI behavior, and dynamic mechanics using object-oriented principles.
  • Ensure gameplay works consistently across PC, mobile, and console platforms.
  • Implement and optimize Roblox technologies such as StreamingEnabled, MemoryStoreService, and advanced data handling techniques.

Requirements

  • 6-10 years of Roblox development experience, with at least 2+ years programming in Luau.
  • Advanced proficiency in Roblox Studio, the Roblox API, CFrame manipulation, UI/UX scripting, and performance optimization.
  • Experience with Roblox datastore, MemoryStoreService, and efficient backend data handling techniques.
  • Comfortable using GitHub and Rojo in team-based version control and collaborative workflows.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment with strong time-management skills.
  • Familiarity with open-source Roblox tools and libraries such as Nevermore, Maids, Promises, and Signals is preferred.
  • Experience with game UX/UI design, including smooth and intuitive user flows, is preferred.
  • Experience creating Roblox plugins or Studio tools is preferred.
  • Background in vector math, procedural animation, physics-based interactions, custom avatar rigging, or character controllers is preferred.
  • Interest in web development, front-end frameworks, API integrations, or external server communication is a plus.

Benefits

  • Hourly rate of $35-$55/hr.
  • Flexible, remote-friendly freelance role with occasional in-office collaboration in Los Angeles.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge gaming projects with a team focused on interactive entertainment.
  • Chance to collaborate with top-tier gaming and entertainment brands.
  • General work hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM PST.
  • Top performers may have the opportunity to move into a full-time role if there is mutual alignment.

Interested in this position?

Apply directly on the company website

Apply Now

Similar Roles

Senior Game Designer (9-month contract)

Blackbird Interactive 251-1K Internet Software & Services

Blackbird Interactive is hiring a Senior Game Designer for a 9-month contract on an unannounced sci-fi first-person action game in Unreal Engine 5, focused on building systems-driven features and content for a remote-first studio based in Vancouver.

System Design
2 hours, 2 minutes ago

Senior Generalist Game Programmer

Snowed In Studios 51-250 Internet Software & Services

Snowed In Studios, part of Keywords Studios, is hiring a Senior Generalist Game Programmer in Ottawa to support client studios in bringing a variety of games to life.

C# C++ Game Development Mobile Development Unreal Engine
11 hours, 55 minutes ago

Junior Generalist Game Programmer

Snowed In Studios 51-250 Internet Software & Services

Snowed In Studios, part of Keywords Studios in Ottawa, is hiring a Senior Generalist Game Programmer to support client studios in bringing a variety of game projects to life.

C# C++ Game Development Unreal Engine
11 hours, 55 minutes ago

Staff Gameplay Designer - Social (Contract)

PlayStation 100K+ Household Durables

Sony Interactive Entertainment is hiring a contract Staff Gameplay Designer for teamLFG to help shape a new multiplayer action game by developing avatar, social, and sandbox systems that support player expression and community-building.

Game Design
18 hours, 1 minute ago

You're on a roll! Sign up now to keep applying.

Sign Up

Already have an account? Log in

Used by 14,729+ remote workers