Jobs at Riot Games
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Riot Games, the creator of League of Legends, has positioned itself as a pioneer in real‑time multiplayer gaming and cloud‑native infrastructure. The studio’s developer stack includes AWS, Kubernetes, and a microservices architecture that scales to millions of concurrent users.
Riot hires engineers, product managers, data scientists, QA specialists, and creative roles. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, collaborative pair‑programming, and a culture that emphasizes data‑driven design and rapid iteration.
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Staff Software Engineer - Valorant, Engine
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 12, 2023
Riot Games is seeking a Software Engineer III for their VALORANT team. The role involves leading development of the engine technology, monitoring and optimizing game client performance, and anticipating disruptions or complexities with game engine upgrades. The successful candidate will have 6+ years of experience, 4+ years of experience with C++, experience in low-level optimization, and familiarity working in an agile environment. The role emphasizes player empathy and the delight of players.
Manager, Software Engineering - Developer Connections, Source
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 13, 2023
The text describes a role at Riot Games, Inc. as a Manager, Software Engineering on DevCon. The role involves ensuring software development at Riot is a premium experience built on industry standard tools and best practices. The manager will lead teams, coach them, and drive product requirements. The role requires 7+ years of experience as a software engineer and 2+ years in an engineering leadership position. The company offers a focus on work/life balance, medical and dental insurance, parental leave, and a 401k with company match. The company values diversity, inclusion, and thriving together.
Senior Technical Animator
Company: Firaxis Games
Location: Reno, NV
Posted Apr 14, 2023
Firaxis Games, a world-renowned game development studio founded in 1996, is seeking a Senior/Lead Technical Animator to work closely with the Art Director, Lead Character Artist, Lead Animator, and the Technical Animation team. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, and values teamwork and collaboration. They should have a vision for crafting powerful tools that build powerful characters and performances. The role involves leading and mentoring Technical Animators, working with animation to define, build, and maintain animation pipelines and rigs, designing and supporting complex character, facial, weapon, and specialized rigs in Maya, being responsible for the skinning process, building custom tools and scripts, and supporting the integration of animation assets into game engines.
Audio Lead
Company: Deck Nine Games
Location: Greater Boulder Area
Posted Apr 12, 2023
Deck Nine Games is looking for a full-time, remote Audio Lead to design and implement assets, lead audio efforts, and manage a team of Audio Designers. The job requires a wide array of knowledge and high collaboration with other creatives to deliver an engaging video game experience.
Senior Manager, Insights - TFT/LoL
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 12, 2023
The text describes a senior manager role at Riot Games, focusing on publishing insights and audience research for League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics. The manager will lead a team of researchers, conduct studies, and provide strategic guidance based on audience insights. They will work closely with product and brand teams to shape audience strategies and collaborate with other data teams to measure the impact of publishing activities on business performance.
UI/UX Technical Lead
Company: Insomniac Games
Location: Remote
Posted Apr 13, 2023
Insomniac's UI/UX Department is growing and seeking a UI/UX Technical Lead to build industry-inspiring player experiences. The role involves direct technical contribution, team management, and mentorship. Essential duties include leading a team, writing code in C++ and JavaScript, providing feedback, and collaborating with other departments. Qualifications include seven to ten years of related experience, proficiency in C++, JavaScript, and other front-end development languages, and strong game design sensibilities.
Architect Game Designer - League, Summoner's Rift
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 12, 2023
The text describes a high-level, creative role in game design for League of Legends, focusing on player experience, innovation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. The role requires 8+ years of experience, deep game design knowledge, and the ability to lead and validate new opportunities.
Senior Producer
Company: Firaxis Games
Location: Reno, NV
Posted Apr 11, 2023
The job description for a Senior Producer at Firaxis is detailed and requires a multi-tasker with strong leadership and communication skills. The role involves assisting product leadership, ensuring game features support creative and business goals, and building a healthy team culture. The ideal candidate should have 6+ years of experience in production, excellent communication skills, and be passionate about video games.
Manager, Software Engineering - Riot Data, Games
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 11, 2023
The text describes a leadership role within the Emerging Games Data team at Riot Games, responsible for technical strategy, hiring, and supporting the growth of individuals. The team works on game telemetry, data pipelines, and data-powered products for games like Legends of Runeterra and Project L. The role requires leading, collaborating, and making decisions with empathy. The company offers work-life balance, benefits, and fosters a positive work culture.
Environment Artist II - VALORANT
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 13, 2023
The text describes a job opportunity for a 3D Environment Artist III on the VALORANT team. The role involves creating the visual style of the project, working with various materials, lighting, and collaborating with other disciplines. The successful candidate should have 2+ years of professional experience, be familiar with stylized art styles, and have skills in Maya, Photoshop, and Z-Brush. The company offers a positive work/life balance, benefits, and fosters a diverse and inclusive culture.
Senior Manager, Insights - VAL/LoR
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 12, 2023
The text describes a senior manager role in Publishing Insights at Riot, focusing on audience research and development, team management, and collaboration with other teams. The manager will lead a pod of researchers and analysts, work closely with product and brand teams, and present research findings to leadership. The role requires 8+ years of experience in consumer insights, research, or product management, and a graduate degree or meaningful work experience in consumer insights, research, or audience strategy is desired.
Staff Software Engineer - League of Legends, Data
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Apr 13, 2023
The text describes a Software Engineer III role on the League Data Central team at Riot Games. The role involves building player-facing game features powered by machine learning models and backend services. The candidate should have experience in multiple languages, cloud computing, and large-scale backend systems. The role requires mentorship, technical leadership, and collaboration with game engines and data scientists. The company offers a positive work environment, competitive compensation, and benefits.