Roblox Game Developer

Job Type: Temporary Contract

About the role

We are building polished high-performance Roblox experiences for a global player base. You will own gameplay systems from concept to live deployment writing clean efficient Luau code across both client and server designing multiplayer interactions and maintaining live games post-launch.

What youll do

• Design and implement core gameplay systems movement combat progression loops inventory currency and social features using Lua/Luau in Roblox Studio
• Build and maintain server-side logic: DataStore (player data persistence) RemoteEvents/RemoteFunctions and server-authoritative game state
• Architect clientserver separation correctly preventing exploit surfaces with server-side validation and filtering-enabled checks
• Implement in-game economy systems: Developer Products Game Passes virtual currency flows and reward structures
• Optimize game performance minimise network replication overhead manage memory and keep server FPS stable under concurrent load
• Build responsive cross-device UI using Robloxs GUI framework (Frame ScreenGui TextButton etc.) with clean UX
• Set up and operate live-ops features: timed events A/B testing hooks analytics telemetry and patch workflows
• Collaborate with designers and artists to integrate 3D assets animations and audio into playable experiences
• Write modular maintainable code using OOP patterns ModuleScripts and Knit/Aero/custom frameworks
• Conduct code reviews write technical documentation and mentor junior developers

Must-have skills

• 25 years hands-on Roblox development with demonstrable shipped games or experiences
• Strong Lua/Luau proficiency closures coroutines metatables OOP patterns error handling
• Deep understanding of Robloxs clientserver model Workspace Lighting StarterGui ServerStorage ReplicatedStorage
• DataStore and DataStore2 / ProfileService PCalls retry logic versioning data migration
• RemoteEvents and RemoteFunctions correct usage rate limiting and exploit prevention
• Multiplayer systems replication lag compensation and secure server-authoritative logic
• Performance optimisation Part streaming LOD script profiler Micro-Profiler usage
• Experience with Roblox monetisation APIs (MarketplaceService Developer Products Game Passes)
• Familiarity with Git or Rojo/Argon for version control and team workflows

Good-to-have skills

• Experience with community frameworks: Knit AeroGameFramework or self-built service architectures
• Knowledge of TypeScript-to-Luau transpilation via roblox-ts
• Basic 3D modelling or rigging familiarity (Blender) not required but reduces friction
• Understanding of F2P game design player retention and in-game economy balancing
• Analytics integration (Roblox built-in or custom telemetry via HttpService to an external sink)
• Anti-cheat and exploit mitigation patterns
• Previous experience shipping a Roblox title with 10K concurrent players
• Background in Unity (C#) or Godot as a secondary engine

What we look for in a portfolio

• Links to playable Roblox games we will play them and review scripting quality UI polish and performance
• Code samples demonstrating DataStore persistence RemoteEvent architecture or a game economy system
• Evidence of shipped live games not just prototypes
• Any open-source Roblox modules on GitHub or Roblox DevForum

Please note: This position is for one of Playdawns clients and successful candidates will be hired directly by the client not by Playdawn.

Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities regardless of race color religion gender age disability or other protected characteristics. They believe that diversity fuels innovation and creativity and they strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to shared success.