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.

Localisation Tester - Italian

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: Lincoln, NE

Posted Jan 19, 2023

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Software Engineer II

Company: Intercept Games

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Jan 16, 2023

The company, Intercept Games, is a Private Division/Take-Two development studio focused on creating games, prioritizing a diverse and inviting workplace, and offering great benefits and perks. They are looking for a Software Engineer II to join their team, with a focus on component-level development and system-level impact.

Staff Software Engineer, Valorant - Console Tech

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 18, 2023

The job posting is for a Software Engineer III position at Riot Games, focusing on technical solutions for Valorant's Platform Extensions team. The role requires strong player empathy, collaboration, and adaptability. The job offers a competitive salary range, benefits, and a focus on work-life balance.

Audio Engineer (UE4)

Company: Firaxis Games

Location: Reno, NV

Posted Jan 18, 2023

Firaxis Games is seeking a talented audio programmer to join their development team. The job requires strong C++ programming skills, experience with Wwise and Unreal game engine, and excellent communication skills.

Technical Art Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 19, 2023

None Found

Staff Software Engineer (Gameplay) - League Studios

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 18, 2023

This job posting is for a Software Engineer III position at Riot Games, where you will work on the League of Legends game engine using C++, design gameplay features, and build game content tools. The role requires 3-5 years of professional experience, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, and experience with game development. The company offers a focus on work/life balance, medical and dental insurance, parental leave, and a 401k with company match. Riot Games is committed to diversity and inclusion and promotes a fair and collaborative culture.

Principal Visual Design Artist - Unpublished R&D Product

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 20, 2023

Riot Games is seeking a Principal Visual Designer to work on a new PVE game featuring iconic characters. The role involves crafting player experiences, designing interfaces, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams.

Technical Art Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 19, 2023

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Technical Art Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 19, 2023

Insomniac Games is looking for a Technical Artist Intern to help develop proprietary tools for AAA games. The internship includes working with the in-house engine group, designing and modifying features, and improving content creation pipelines.

Gameplay Programmer (UE4)

Company: Firaxis Games

Location: Reno, NV

Posted Jan 18, 2023

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Senior Concept Artist - League, Champions

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 18, 2023

This job posting is for a Senior Concept Artist position at Riot Games for the League of Legends PC team. The role involves bringing new characters, creatures, and worlds to life, producing visual designs that are resonant, compelling, and iconic. The artist will participate in craft review sessions, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and create New Champion pitches. The required qualifications include 5+ years of experience as a Concept Artist in the games industry and proficiency with painting and drawing tools. Desired qualifications include experience designing content for isometric camera views and a wide range of pop-culture knowledge.

Audio Engineer (UE4)

Company: Firaxis Games

Location: Reno, NV

Posted Jan 18, 2023

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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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