Jobs at Riot Games

156,228 open positions

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.

Job Transparency’s listings reveal exact base salaries, bonus ranges, and employee sentiment scores for each role. This data lets you benchmark offers against peers, negotiate confidently, and assess long‑term growth prospects before submitting an application.

Sr. Technical Artist

Company: Azra Games

Location: Sacramento, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2023

Azra Games is looking for a Sr Technical Artist to join their team in crafting a AAA open world RPG. The role involves pushing visual quality and performance, optimizing game assets, and providing support to artists and engineers.

Software Engineer II - GS.VAL, Console Tech

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2023

None Found

Sr. Unity Engineer

Company: Azra Games

Location: Sacramento, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2023

None Found

Technical Recruiter

Company: 1047 Games

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 20, 2023

1047 Games was founded by two computer science majors who wanted to create a unique gaming experience. They started with a simple principle that people should have fun while making great games. The company has since grown and is now working on a new shooter in the Splitgate universe.

Staff Software Engineer, Valorant - Console Gameplay

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2023

None Found

Core Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 23, 2023

None Found

Program Manager III - Publishing Live Ops, Loc Operations

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 20, 2023

The job posting is for a Program Manager III in Localization Operations at Riot Games. The role involves leading the end-to-end program management of the Localization QA pipeline, developing vision and mission, and ensuring SLAs compliance. The job requires experience in program management, localization QA, and vendor management. The company offers a range of benefits, including flexible work schedules, medical insurance, and parental leave.

Sr. Technical Animator

Company: Azra Games

Location: Sacramento, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2023

None Found

Senior Software Engineer, Valorant - Console Gameplay

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2023

None Found

Core Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 23, 2023

None Found

Level Designer

Company: Intercept Games

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Jan 23, 2023

None Found

Animation Artist, Characters - VALORANT

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2023

None Found

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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