- Company Name
- Melotech
- Job Title
- Roblox Platform Developer
- Job Description
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Job Title: Roblox Platform Developer
Role Summary: Design, build, and continuously improve Roblox games using Lua and Roblox Studio, translating creative concepts into polished gameplay while staying ahead of platform trends. Collaborate with designers, artists, and data teams to deliver engaging experiences, optimize performance, and support monetization strategies.
Expectations: Demonstrated deep expertise in Roblox development and platform evolution. Strong analytical mindset, rapid iteration based on player feedback, and ability to adapt to frequent platform updates. Proven track record of collaborating across disciplines to deliver high‑quality, engaging games. A passion for the Roblox community and emerging game formats.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, deploy, and maintain Roblox games using Lua scripting and Roblox Studio.
- Design and implement gameplay mechanics, features, and content updates aligned with trending formats.
- Collaborate with designers and artists to refine user experience, user interfaces, and visual fidelity.
- Build and manage game economies, monetization systems, progression mechanics, and DataStore persistence.
- Utilize Roblox analytics, performance tools, and internal dashboards to monitor engagement, retention, and revenue.
- Research and experiment with new Roblox APIs, development tools, and platform features.
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues and performance bottlenecks across multiple game instances.
- Observe and report on platform trends, successful game types, and community preferences to inform future roadmaps.
Required Skills:
- Proficiency in Lua and Roblox Studio development environment.
- In‑depth knowledge of Roblox platform, APIs, DataStore, Remote Events/Functions, and monetization workflows.
- Strong problem‑solving abilities and a genuine passion for game development.
- Experience with analytics and performance optimization within Roblox.
- Ability to translate creative narratives into engaging gameplay mechanics.
- Effective collaboration with cross‑functional teams (designers, artists, other developers).
- Adaptability to rapid platform updates and evolving community trends.
- Excellent communication, persistence, and a self‑driven attitude.
Required Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Roblox Certified Developer) preferred.