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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Gameplay Programming Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Oct 11, 2022

Insomniac Games is looking for an intern to work in their Gameplay Programming department. The internship involves working on various aspects of game development, including programming, AI, and bug fixing. The ideal candidate is energetic, self-motivated, and has a passion for video games and programming.

Design Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Oct 11, 2022

The job posting is looking for a design intern who understands the fundamentals of making great games. The ideal candidate should have an eye for detail and a flair for the unexpected. The design intern will have the opportunity to be mentored by senior members of the team and will be responsible for implementing game content.

Senior Illustrator - League of Legends, Splash Art

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 11, 2022

Riot Games is looking for a Senior Artist to join their League of Legends Splash Illustration team. The job requires 7+ years of industry experience, expertise in art fundamentals, and the ability to create high-quality 2D Splash Illustrations. The company offers a range of benefits, including work-life balance, flexible work schedules, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Director, Operations - Central R&D Team

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 09, 2022

The job description is for a Director, Operations, responsible for ensuring the effective movement of products and features through the development cycle. The role requires experience in game development, leadership, and product management, with a focus on player empathy and care.

Visual Design Artist II - TFT, Experiences

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 09, 2022

Riot Visual Designers create player experiences through systems design, interactivity, and color theory. They collaborate with other disciplines and report to a Lead Visual Designer.

UI/UX Art Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Oct 11, 2022

Insomniac Games is seeking a UI/UX Art intern to help create industry-inspiring player experiences. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of interactive design fundamentals and is self-motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn.

Senior Security Engineer - Information Security - Security Operations

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 09, 2022

Riot Security Operations Engineers hold in-depth knowledge of specific areas of expertise, supporting teams across Riot to develop robust security capabilities. They work with new tech stacks, product teams, and law enforcement agencies to protect Riot and players.

Fraud Analyst

Company: Mythical Games

Location: Remote

Posted Oct 08, 2022

Mythical Games is looking for an experienced Fraud Analyst to detect fraudulent activity in a fast-paced environment. The role involves monitoring user behavior, reviewing real-time transactions, and identifying emerging trends in fraud. The company values diversity and offers benefits such as high-quality healthcare and unlimited PTO.

Director, Learning and Development

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 10, 2022

The text describes a role at Riot Games as the Director of Learning & Development. The role involves leading a team of learning and development professionals, delivering learning initiatives, and driving the learning agenda for core L&D offerings. The role also includes partnership with Riot's Diversity and Inclusion team, leading mandatory training programs, managing the Central L&D budget, and continuously improving Riot's LMS capabilities.

Visual Design Artist II - TFT, Cosmetics

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 09, 2022

The text describes the role and responsibilities of a Visual Designer at Riot Games, focusing on creating out-of-game UI experiences, battlepass, store content, and content promotion for Teamfight Tactics. The role involves working with a team of artists, UX designers, and engineers, as well as external vendors. The designer should have experience with Photoshop, layer comps, blending modes, and Figma. The text also highlights Riot Games' commitment to work-life balance, benefits, and diversity and inclusion.

Rigging Intern

Company: Insomniac Games

Location: Remote

Posted Oct 11, 2022

The job posting is seeking a motivated intern to work in the Animation Department, with opportunities to work with other departments, learn new techniques, and be mentored by senior team members. The ideal candidate should be energetic, self-motivated, and have a passion for video games and animation.

Senior Manager, 3D Character Art - VALORANT

Company: Riot Games

Location: Silicon Valley CA

Posted Oct 11, 2022

Riot Games is seeking an experienced Senior Manager for the development of high-quality Character Art on Valorant. The ideal candidate has expertise in vision and craft, and will lead a team of artists to execute on the creative and product vision.

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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