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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Staff Data Scientist - Anti-Cheat
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Nov 01, 2024
Riot Data Scientists, specifically on the Anti-Cheat team, are responsible for maintaining the integrity of gaming environments by detecting and mitigating cheating activities. They develop models, monitor performance, and implement automated detection and enforcement systems. Collaboration with data engineers, scientists, and leadership is crucial. The role involves analyzing emerging challenges, designing feature sets, and mentoring junior staff. A Ph.D. in a relevant field with industry experience is required, along with proficiency in large-scale data manipulation, machine learning, and understanding of databases and storage systems.
Principal Software Engineer - VALORANT Experience Team
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Nov 01, 2024
The job posting is for a Principal Engineer position on the Cross-VALORANT Experience team. The role involves leading technical development of the VALORANT client, ensuring a high-quality experience for millions of players worldwide. Responsibilities include hands-on development, defining technical direction, championing the technical vision, advocating for players, mentoring engineers, and resolving ambiguity to ensure high-quality engineering. Required qualifications include 10+ years of software engineering experience, 8+ years of C++ experience, and 3+ years in a commercial game engine. Desired qualifications include experience in game engine development, AI for games, automated testing, performance, and Unreal Engine. Riot Games offers a collaborative culture, work-life balance, and comprehensive benefits.
Release Manager II - VALORANT, Gameplay
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Nov 01, 2024
Riot Games is seeking a Release Manager II for VALORANT, responsible for updating and deploying the game globally across multiple platforms. The role involves improving the product delivery pipeline, collaborating with product teams, and ensuring a seamless player experience. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of game development experience, professional experience in release management, and a strong understanding of the game development lifecycle. Riot Games values work-life balance, offering benefits such as flexible work schedules, medical insurance, and parental leave. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture that values teamwork and respect.
Manager, Software Engineering - VALORANT, Competitive Identity
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Nov 01, 2024
Riot Games is seeking a Software Engineering Manager for the Competitive Identity team in VALORANT. The role involves leading a team to develop features that allow players to showcase their achievements and unique identities. Responsibilities include managing engineers, providing technical direction, hiring key positions, and fostering a collaborative and creative team culture. Required qualifications include 5+ years of software engineering experience, 2+ years leading engineering teams, proficiency in C++, and experience with distributed systems and the games industry. Desired qualifications include extensive engineering experience, C++ expertise, and experience with Unreal Engine and metasystems. Riot Games values work-life balance, diversity, and inclusion, offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.
Software Engineer - Gameplay (Contractor)
Company: Riot Games
Location: Shanghai, China
Posted Nov 02, 2024
The job posting is for a Software Engineer (Gameplay) role with over 4 years of experience in the gaming industry. The engineer will collaborate with the planning team to understand product requirements and implement optimal solutions. They should be proficient in C++ or C#, have experience with game and software design patterns, and possess excellent debugging skills. Preferential candidates will have 2+ years of gameplay development experience, familiarity with commercial engines like Unreal or Unity, and experience in agile development and game prototype design.
Esports Production Manager, Regional Content Services
Company: Riot Games
Location: Mexico City, Mexico
Posted Oct 31, 2024
Riot Games is seeking a Broadcast Production Manager for Esports, based in Mexico City. The role involves leading the operation and implementation of Riot's Esports Broadcast production both regionally and globally. The successful candidate will strongly influence the innovation and production for VCT and LoL Esports Broadcasts, as well as broadcasts in organized play with TFT, Wild Rift, and other titles. They will oversee the production, logistics, story development, and execution of Riot’s Esports broadcasts for Latam, collaborating closely with Product, Brand, and Sport I/O teams. The role requires 5+ years of experience in broadcast and production, intimate familiarity with the esports landscape, and a passion for esports. The ideal candidate will have outstanding creative capabilities, be a team leader, collaborator, and great storyteller, with a strong sense of what resonates with players.
Lead Software Engineer (C++)
Company: Rockstar Games
Location: Manhattan, NY
Posted Nov 01, 2024
Rockstar Games is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join their Core Security team in Edinburgh, Scotland. The role involves leading a team of developers, working on cutting-edge technology, and collaborating with international teams. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 8 years of professional engineering experience, 3 years leading an engineering team, and a degree in computer science. Key responsibilities include leading a team to build and maintain products using C++ and .NET, defining objectives and key results, and conducting performance reviews. The company offers an inclusive, highly-motivated environment with opportunities for learning and collaboration.
Principal Software Engineer (ML Focused) - League Studio, League Data Central
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Oct 31, 2024
Riot Games is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for the League Data Central team. The role involves spearheading the development of ML-powered game features and robust backend services. The engineer will be a visionary leader, defining domain architecture and aligning technology strategies with enterprise goals. They will mentor teams, drive innovation, and champion data-driven solutions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, 10+ years of software development experience, and deep hands-on experience in complex system design, object-oriented system design, scale, and performance tuning. They should also have strong expertise in Kafka, Spark, and microservice architectures, along with MLOps practices. The role offers a collaborative work environment, focusing on work-life balance, and comprehensive benefits.
Program Manager (Contractor)
Company: Riot Games
Location: Shanghai, China
Posted Nov 02, 2024
The text announces a job opening for a Program Manager for the Narwhal project, which involves producing artistic resources for the 'Eternal' main storyline and gameplay within the Ms9~Ms11 (29/9~25/6) milestone. The role requires managing and coordinating with multiple international and domestic outsourcing companies for various artistic stages like original drawings, 3D, animation, effects, rendering, and cuescene. The manager will be responsible for daily communication, production tracking, progress management, and handling daily cooperation processes. The ideal candidate should have fluent English, at least 3 years of game industry project management experience, and a deep understanding of artistic resource production workflows and outsourcing processes.
Treasury Analyst III
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Nov 02, 2024
The Corporate Finance team at Riot Games, led by the Treasury Group, is dedicated to providing senior leadership with financial insights for player-focused decisions. The Treasury Manager, reporting to the Corporate Treasurer, will develop global strategies for cash management, foreign exchange, and investments. This role requires 4+ years of international treasury experience, expertise in TMS, financial forecasting, and strong analytical skills. The ideal candidate will also have excellent communication skills and knowledge of bank systems. Riot Games values work-life balance, diversity, and inclusion, offering comprehensive benefits and a collaborative culture.
Global Player Support PMO Program Manager - 12 month contract
Company: Riot Games
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Posted Nov 01, 2024
Riot Games is seeking a Program Manager III for a 12-month contract role in Dublin. The role involves defining and building processes for global player support, creating playbooks, standardizing work systems, and driving knowledge sharing. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of experience in product or program management, a proven track record of leading diverse teams, and strong communication skills. Risk management experience, project management certification, and familiarity with JIRA and Notion are required. The company values collaboration, decision-making that prioritizes fellow Rioters, and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Software Engineer, Web - Esports Platform & Experiences
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Nov 01, 2024
Riot Games is seeking a Software Engineer for the Esports Platform & Experiences Team. The role involves building and maintaining player-facing products like LoLEsports and ValorantEsports. The engineer will work closely with designers, product managers, and other engineers, integrating with Esports & Riot Services. Required qualifications include 2+ years of experience with real-life, user-facing applications, hands-on programming experience with TypeScript, React, and CSS-in-JS paradigms, and understanding of modern web architecture. Desired qualifications include experience with GraphQL, modern Web Frameworks, serverless & edge environments, and Agile methodologies. The role values player empathy and prioritizes decisions that delight players. Riot Games offers a collaborative culture, work-life balance, and comprehensive benefits.