Jobs at Riot Games

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Riot Games, founded in 2006 in Los Angeles, built the global phenomenon League of Legends, a 5‑v‑5 MOBA that generated a $1.3 billion esports ecosystem. The company expanded into cloud‑based multiplayer infrastructure, real‑time telemetry, and AI‑driven matchmaking, positioning itself as a leader in high‑scale, low‑latency game technology.

Current openings span software engineering (backend, frontend, infrastructure), game design, data science, product management, and community & esports operations. Engineers typically see salaries from $90k to $160k with bonus and stock options; designers and product managers range $80k–$140k. Candidates can expect a rigorous interview pipeline featuring live coding, architectural design, and cultural fit sessions that emphasize collaborative problem‑solving.

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Associate Video Editor: Face

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 30, 2025

Marketing Intern

Company: Dream Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 27, 2025

Dream Games is offering a paid summer internship program for passionate marketing interns. The program, lasting eight weeks, is designed to provide hands-on experience in performance marketing, including planning and managing mobile marketing campaigns, analyzing campaign effectiveness, and supporting innovation through continuous experimentation. The interns will also have the opportunity to create gameplay for ads and optimize creative performance. Eligible candidates should be enrolled in university, in their second or third year of a related field, available for the summer, passionate about games, and appreciative of teamwork. The internship offers a monthly net salary of 30000 TL, health, dental, and vision insurance with 100 coverage, and runs from July 7th to August 29th, 2025. Applications can be submitted until February 3rd, 2025, with application status to be communicated by the end of February 2025.

Software Engineering Intern

Company: Dream Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 27, 2025

Dream Games is offering a paid eight-week summer internship program for passionate software engineering students in their 2nd or 3rd year of studying Computer Science or Computer Engineering. The program includes hands-on experience in mobile game development using Unity and C, building software architecture, polishing games with particle systems and animations, and contributing to game design. The interns will learn from professionals and receive a monthly net salary of 30000 TL, along with health, dental, and vision insurance. The application deadline is 3rd February 2025, and the internship will run from 7th July to 29th August 2025.

Lead Software Engineer

Company: Scientific Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 29, 2025

Scientific Games is seeking a skilled software engineer with 8-12 years of experience to build and maintain functionality for their next generation Lottery platform. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in Java 8, Spring boot, and Microservices, along with experience in MySQL, SQL, and Oracle databases. They should be proficient in Data structure Design patterns, Object-Oriented Programming Principles, and MultiThreaded applications. Knowledge of TDD, JUnit, Mockito, and Messaging middleware like ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ is required. Familiarity with scripting in a Linux environment, Agile methodologies, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. Additional skills include performance tuning, automated testing with Jenkins, CI/CD, GitLab/GitHub, documentation tools like Swagger, and bug tracking tools like Jira. Dockerisation of applications is a plus. The role involves designing solutions compatible with the company's strategic direction, building reusable high-quality code, and collaborating with team members to deliver features.

Art Intern

Company: Dream Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 27, 2025

Dream Games is offering a paid eight-week summer internship program for passionate art students. The program, which runs from July 7th to August 29th, 2025, provides hands-on experience in game art and design. Interns will work closely with professionals, learning to think creatively, optimize game design, and apply theoretical art knowledge in practice. The internship includes a monthly net salary of 30000 TL, health, dental, and vision insurance with 100% coverage. Applicants must be enrolled in university, in their second or third year of a related field, and available for the full duration of the program. The application deadline is February 3rd, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Riot Games?
Riot’s culture prioritizes rapid iteration, open communication, and a strong focus on player experience. Employees have access to flexible working hours, a generous parental leave policy, and a dedicated mental‑health stipend. On‑site perks include free meals, game‑testing lounges, and a 401(k) match. Career growth often follows a mentorship model where junior staff pair with senior engineers on high‑impact projects early in their tenure.
What types of positions are available at Riot Games?
Riot hires across technology, design, operations, and support. Key tech roles include Backend Engineer (Python/Go), Frontend Engineer (React/TypeScript), Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS/GCP), Data Engineer (SQL/BigQuery), and Machine Learning Engineer (PyTorch). Non‑tech roles cover Game Designer, User Experience Designer, Community Manager, Esports Producer, and Customer Support Engineer. All roles include a clear salary band and a performance‑based bonus structure.
How can I stand out as an applicant to Riot Games?
Build a portfolio that showcases real‑world game or low‑latency systems work; include open‑source contributions or personal projects that demonstrate performance optimization. In your application, quantify achievements (e.g., reduced server latency by 30% or increased player retention by 15%). During interviews, prepare to discuss trade‑offs in system design, show familiarity with Riot’s public APIs, and ask data‑driven questions about scalability. Highlight your passion for esports and community by referencing League of Legends tournaments or streams you’ve followed.

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