Roblox · 1 month ago
[2026] Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Natural Language Processing - PhD Early Career
San Mateo, CA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$193K/yr - $239K/yrRoblox is a platform that enables millions to explore, create, and connect in immersive digital experiences. The Senior Machine Learning Engineer role focuses on building and deploying advanced Natural Language Processing models to enhance communication and safety across the platform, impacting hundreds of millions of users.
3D TechnologyGamingMetaverseOnline GamesSoftwareVideo Games
Responsibilities
Design and implement deep learning-based NLP and speech solutions that address problems across Roblox, from creation to safety
Develop advanced models, including Large Language Models (LLMs), machine translation, and generative AI, for user interactions, content creation, and moderation
Have the independence and end-to-end responsibility to develop NLP/ML-based services that are scalable and resilient
Be a technical bar-raiser for cutting-edge ML technology, high code quality, and architectural designs
Work backward from user and product needs to deliver ML solutions that drive engagement, safety, and ecosystem growth
Qualification
Required
Possessing or pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field, with a thesis aligned to Roblox's research areas
Expertise in one or more areas: NLP, Speech Models, Large Language Models, Machine Translation, or Generative AI (including diffusion models)
Experience with transformer-based model design, training, serving, and product integration
A strong research track record, evidenced by multiple publications and presentations in top-tier, peer-reviewed venues (e.g., ACL, EMNLP, Interspeech, ICML, NeurIPS)
Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Go, Java) and experience building and optimizing large-scale systems
Benefits
Equity compensation
Company
Roblox
Roblox is an online gaming and entertainment platform that offers a shared digital experience that brings people together through play.
Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$874.45MKey Investors
Andreessen HorowitzAltos Ventures
2024-10-01Post Ipo Equity
2022-04-12Series Unknown· $17.71M
2021-08-11Series Unknown
Leadership Team
David Baszucki
Founder and CEO
Michael Guthrie
CFO
Recent News
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