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.

Software Engineer, Features - Legends of Runeterra

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 26, 2022

The text describes a job posting for a Software Engineer on the Legends of Runeterra Features team at Riot Games. The role involves developing tools and workflows to enhance and empower the development teams' capabilities, building new and improving existing player-facing features, and supporting other cross-discipline team members. The required qualifications include 5+ years of experience as a gameplay/game tools engineer, expertise in Python and C#, and experience with technical design and programming. Desired qualifications include experience with Unity and Git. Riot Games 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.

Manager, Software Engineering - Riot Data Products, Data Operations

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 27, 2022

The job posting is for an Engineering Manager position at Riot Games, responsible for leading a team of Software and Infrastructure Engineers to build and maintain infrastructure and systems. The role requires strong technical expertise, collaboration, and decision-making skills.

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: Brooklyn NY

Posted Oct 23, 2022

Rockstar Games is seeking a talented and experienced Software Development Engineer in Test to join their online development team. The successful candidate will work on bleeding edge technology with an internationally established team, while having great attention to detail, being a strong team player and having excellent communication skills.

Software Engineer (C#/.NET), Services

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: Brooklyn NY

Posted Oct 23, 2022

Rockstar Games is looking for talented C#/.NET Developers to join their team in New York. The company creates world-class entertainment experiences and offers a dedicated and inclusive environment for its employees.

UX Designer II, Expressions - VALORANT

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 29, 2022

The job posting is for a UX Designer II position at Riot Games, responsible for designing the Player Expression experience in VALORANT. The role requires 3-5 years of experience in UX design, proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, and a BA/BS degree in a relevant field. The company offers a range of benefits, including work/life balance, flexible work schedules, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Audio Engineer

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: Brooklyn NY

Posted Oct 27, 2022

Rockstar Games is looking for an Audio Engineer to work on their audio production team. The ideal candidate has experience in location sound recording, post-production ADR/mixing, and can work in a fast-paced team.

Systems Engineer - Wild Rift, Joint Ops

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 26, 2022

The text describes a role at Riot Games as a Systems Engineer for Wild Rift, where the individual will lead efforts to improve service performance, work closely with other teams, and ensure the game is up and operating as expected. The role requires 2+ years of experience in technical operations, supporting live 24/7 services, building and troubleshooting networks, and more. The desired qualifications include experience with Python or Golang, supporting game infrastructure, and creating, deploying, and managing containerized services. The role emphasizes craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players.

Associate Live Ops Producer

Company: Firaxis Games

Location: Las Vegas NV

Posted Oct 25, 2022

Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development studio that prides itself on maintaining a quality of life for its team members. The company offers various benefits and perks, including boot camp fitness and yoga classes, a free gym, and regular catered lunches and breakfasts. Firaxis Games is also a philanthropic studio that offers employees the chance to volunteer with local charities and nonprofits.

Outsource Review Artist

Company: Firaxis Games

Location: Las Vegas NV

Posted Oct 28, 2022

Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development studio that prides itself on maintaining a quality of life for its team members. They offer various benefits and perks, including boot camp fitness and yoga classes, a free gym, and regular catered lunches and breakfasts. The company is looking for an Art Outsourcing Review Artist to help take their games to the next level.

Motion Graphics Artist, VALORANT

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 27, 2022

The job posting is for a Motion Graphics Artist position at Riot Games, responsible for creating high-quality motion projects for their products. The role requires technical skills, aesthetic eye, and collaboration with artists, designers, and engineers.

Sr. Data Scientist - League of Legends

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 26, 2022

Riot Games is looking for a Sr. Data Scientist to join their League Data Central team. The role involves building data products to support their games and functions, and requires a strong background in machine learning, AI, and data science.

Game Designer II - Game Modes - Valorant

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 27, 2022

The job posting is for a Game Designer to work on the VALORANT Modes team, designing and delivering world-class game modes and experiences. The role requires a deep understanding of the tactical loop and principles to develop innovative experiences. The company offers a focus on work/life balance, flexible work schedules, and a range of benefits.

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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