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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Technical Communications Internship - Education Team

Company: Epic Games

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Mar 30, 2023

Epic Games is seeking a creative Technical Communications Intern to join the Education team for 2022. The team aims to provide unparalleled support to schools and universities worldwide in adopting Unreal Engine into their curriculum. The Intern will engage with faculty and students, document workflows, and work with Academic Partners to deploy Unreal Engine in the classroom. The internship is remote, paid, and flexible, with a focus on diverse teams and an inclusive work culture.

Principal Creative Director, Merchandise & Product Curation - Entertainment, Consumer Products

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Apr 04, 2023

Riot is building a new team to bring its IPs to new audiences and create custom IP experiences and products, aiming to show that entertainment now starts with games. The Principal Creative Director, Merchandise & Product Curation, is responsible for curating product assortments and collections, ensuring culturally relevant experiences for players. The role requires a deep rooted understanding of global & regional trends across music, games, and pop culture.

VFX Artist II - League of Legends

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 30, 2023

The Role involves creating game-ready VFX for a real-time VFX team, using 3D/2D software and game engine tools. The position requires 3+ years of experience, skill in creating materials using HLSL and PBR rendering technologies, and knowledge of the League of Legends IP. The role emphasizes craft expertise, collaboration, and player delight. Riot Games offers competitive benefits and a focus on work-life balance.

Technical Product Manager III - Publishing, Localization Technology

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 30, 2023

The text describes a Technical Product Manager III position in the Global Localization team of Riot Games. The role involves setting and driving the product vision of localization tooling, working with technical and product partners, and communicating with senior leaders. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of product management experience, 4+ years in the game industry, and a focus on player experience. The company offers work-life balance, benefits, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Competition Manager - VALORANT (Americas)

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Apr 01, 2023

The text describes a leadership role in managing and operating VALORANT esports in the Americas. The candidate will lead a team of league operators, maintain competition rules and policies, and collaborate with vendors and contractors. They will also be a point of contact for pro team management and supervise match operations. The role requires experience in esports, sports league administration, and sports media entertainment.

Sr. Gameplay Programmer

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Mar 31, 2023

Insomniac Games is seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer to contribute to building compelling gameplay systems. The role offers a flexible remote work arrangement and a top-tier benefits package. The position requires expertise in C/C++, vector math, linear algebra, and experience with debugging tools. The base pay range varies based on geographic location and individual factors.

Principal Test Engineer - League, Hextech Engine Leadership

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Apr 04, 2023

This job posting is for a Principal Test Engineer and Quality Craft Lead position at Riot Games. The role involves setting the test direction and standards, solving unique problems, managing QA processes, and developing test strategies and designs. The successful candidate will have 8+ years of relevant experience in Quality Engineering, strong coding skills, and experience with CS fundamentals. The position offers a competitive base salary, incentive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Manager, Software Engineering - Unpublished Fighting Game

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Apr 02, 2023

The text describes a role at Riot Games as an Engineering Manager for Project L, which involves leading a team of engineers, overseeing performance management, growth opportunities, and accountability, and making technical decisions for the product. The role requires 7+ years of professional experience as a software engineer, 3+ years as an Engineering Manager, and 3+ years as a tech lead. The company offers a collaborative work environment, work-life balance, and various perks. The role emphasizes player empathy and delight in players' experiences.

Sr. HR Coordinator

Company: Epic Games

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Mar 30, 2023

Epic Games is a company that values its employees and provides a collaborative and creative environment. They are looking for a Senior HR Coordinator who is passionate about people and customer service. The role involves providing support to employees, managing Workday data, and participating in HR projects.

QA Engineer - League, Epic Flex

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 30, 2023

The text describes the role of a Quality Assurance Engineer at Riot, focusing on their responsibilities in ensuring quality for Riot's products, particularly League of Legends' in-game monetization and related content. The role involves mapping team work to quality targets, holding team members accountable for including quality, conducting quality activities throughout the software development life cycle, and communicating progress and blockers. The desired qualifications include experience in test planning, execution, and defect management, as well as experience working with developers and content creators. The role emphasizes player empathy and a focus on players' experiences.

Manager, Software Engineering - VALORANT - Characters

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 31, 2023

Riot Games, founded in 2006, is a global video game company known for League of Legends, the most played PC game worldwide, and its commitment to esports. They are currently working on VALORANT, a character-based tactical shooter. The company values collaboration and diversity, offering a focus on work-life balance, medical and dental insurance, parental leave, and a 401k with company match.

PlayStation Graphics Engineer (UE4)

Company: Firaxis Games

Location: Reno, NV

Posted Apr 01, 2023

Firaxis Games, a world-renowned game development studio founded in 1996, is seeking a talented graphics programmer for its team. The ideal candidate should have experience in real-time graphics fields and several shipped games. The company is known for its dynamic development process, groundbreaking titles, and unparalleled gameplay. They are seeking a self-motivated and passionate individual with strong C++ programming and debugging experience, as well as knowledge of shading languages and modern rendering techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Riot Games?
Employees report a fast‑paced environment that rewards experimentation and cross‑functional collaboration. The company fosters a "player‑first" mindset, encouraging teams to iterate on feedback loops, run A/B tests, and deploy features with high velocity. Professional development is supported through internal mentorship programs, tech talks, and a generous budget for conferences and training.
What types of positions are available at Riot Games?
Riot offers roles across software engineering (frontend, backend, infrastructure, AI/ML), product management, data science, quality assurance, user experience design, localization, community management, and marketing. Technical positions often require proficiency in languages such as C++, Java, Python, and Go, and familiarity with cloud services, container orchestration, and CI/CD pipelines.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Riot Games?
Showcase a portfolio that demonstrates real‑world impact—ideally projects built on scalable architectures or games. Highlight experience with data‑driven decision making, such as implementing analytics pipelines or conducting user‑research studies. Prepare for the interview by mastering system‑design problems, coding challenges, and behavioral questions that reflect Riot’s values of ownership, teamwork, and player focus.

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