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Senior Roblox Developer

2 months, 4 weeks ago
United States
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Senior
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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...

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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.

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