Senior Roblox Developer

Sawhorse Productions • Los Angeles, CA

129d • $40 - $60

About The Position

Sawhorse Productions is a Los Angeles based, Award winning full-service creative studio turning ideas into unforgettable experiences through captivating branded content, viral social moments, and groundbreaking interactive experiences. We partner with industry-leading brands, artists, and studios such as Walmart, Google, NBCU, Fanatics, Toyota, Pepsi and Alo to deliver industry leading, innovative multi-platform content. At Sawhorse, we believe in fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and relentless excellence while shaping the future of digital storytelling. We are looking for experienced Full Stack Roblox Developers to craft best-in-class, high-fidelity experiences that redefine interactive entertainment. In this role, you’ll work alongside a team of industry pioneers, collaborating with game designers, artists, and engineers to develop immersive, scalable, and engaging gameplay.

Requirements

• Proven Roblox development experience: 6-10 years of experience on the Roblox platform, with at least 2+ years of programming in Luau.
• Advanced proficiency in Roblox Studio & scripting: Expertise with Roblox API, object-oriented programming, CFrame manipulation, UI/UX scripting, and performance optimization.
• Strong understanding of backend services: Experience with Roblox’s datastore, MemoryStoreService, and efficient data handling techniques.
• Proficiency in GitHub & Rojo: Comfortable working in team-based environments using version control and collaborative coding workflows.
• Effective communication skills: Ability to explain technical concepts to both developers and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively: Must be a self-starter with strong time-management skills in a remote, fast-paced setting.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with open-source tools: Experience using Nevermore, Maids, Promises, Signals, and other community libraries.
• Game UX & UI expertise: Ability to design and implement smooth, intuitive user flows within the Roblox platform.
• Roblox plugin development: Experience creating custom Studio tools or plugins to streamline development workflows.
• Advanced mathematics & physics programming: A background in vector math, procedural animation, and physics-based interactions.
• Custom Avatar Rigging & Character Controllers: Experience designing unique character systems and animation pipelines.
• Interest in Web Development: Familiarity with front-end frameworks, API integrations, and external server communication is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize high-quality gameplay experiences: Write clean, efficient, and scalable Luau code that powers immersive Roblox experiences.
• Work directly with Creative and Product teams: Translate creative vision and KPIs into interactive, engaging, and data-driven gameplay experiences.
• Take ownership of features: Lead development cycles from concept to execution, ensuring best practices and industry standards are met.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders: Ensure the technical execution of gameplay features aligns with project objectives and branding requirements.
• Work cross-functionally with designers and engineers: Implement gameplay mechanics, UI/UX features, and interactive elements to enhance user experience.
• Collaborate with QA and product managers: Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize features for performance, reliability, and scalability across multiple devices.
• Implement and optimize game systems: Develop custom character controllers, AI behavior, and dynamic game mechanics using Object-Oriented Programming principles.
• Ensure cross-platform compatibility: Optimize gameplay performance across PC, mobile, and console while maintaining graphical and interactive consistency.
• Utilize the latest Roblox technologies: Implement StreamingEnabled, MemoryStoreService, and advanced data handling techniques for seamless user experiences.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $40 - $60/hr
• Flexible, remote-friendly role with occasional in-office collaboration opportunities in Los Angeles.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge gaming projects with a team passionate about interactive entertainment.
• Collaborate with top-tier gaming and entertainment brands.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees