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.

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Design Director

Company: Epic Games

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Epic Games is seeking a Design Director for LEGO Fortnite to lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to guide a season to success. The ideal candidate has experience leading game teams, a deep understanding of what makes games tick, and excellent soft skills. The company offers a range of benefits, including 100% premium coverage, unlimited PTO, and a robust mental wellbeing program.

Rendering Engineer

Company: Epic Games

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Epic Games is searching for a Rendering Features Programmer to enhance and maintain the graphics of Unreal Engine. The role involves improving the final visual fidelity of graphics, driving tools, and supporting external clients. Requirements include strong C++ knowledge, multithreaded programming, and experience with game engines and tools.

Principal Programmer

Company: Cloud Imperium Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jul 13, 2024

Cloud Imperium Games is looking for a Principal Programmer to work on their PC space combat sim Star Citizen. The ideal candidate will have a passion for making games, experience with C++ and 3D mathematics, and be comfortable working in a live service context.

Music Designer

Company: Cloud Imperium Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jul 13, 2024

Cloud Imperium Games is seeking a Music Designer to join their audio team to work on Star Citizen and Squadron 42 projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in music theory, composition, and implementation, as well as proficiency in Wwise middleware and industry-standard audio tools.

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Company: Epic Games

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Jul 10, 2024

Epic Games is looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test to join their Quality Assurance team. The role involves building testing and reporting tools, automation frameworks, and collaborating to identify areas suitable for automated testing. The ideal candidate has proven experience owning design implementation deployment and maintenance of automated tests and frameworks, and experience with C++ and other programming languages.

Media Systems Engineer

Company: Epic Games

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Jul 10, 2024

Epic Games is seeking a Media Systems Engineer to maintain and support the media and av system infrastructure at their facilities. The role involves troubleshooting system failures, providing break-fix support, and maintaining engineering labs and storage. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in AV support and integration, strong troubleshooting skills, and experience with AV systems such as Zoom, Dante, and QSys.

Senior Software Engineer

Company: Epic Games

Location: Bellevue

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Epic Games is seeking a Software Engineer to work on Unreal Engine, a game engine technology that enables the creation of visually stunning interactive experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong programming background, experience with C++, and knowledge of low-level systems and platform APIs for macOS and iOS.

Sr. Analytics Engineer

Company: Fortis Games

Location: Romania

Posted Jul 10, 2024

Fortis Games is a game development company that aims to create great games that bring people together. They are looking for a Sr Analytics Engineer to strengthen their data-driven culture by integrating multiple data sources and working with their Analytics team to provide reliable data sets and tools for meaningful insights.

Senior Gameplay Programmer

Company: Epic Games

Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Epic Games is a company that prides itself on creating a collaborative and creative environment. They are looking for a Gameplay Programmer to join their team, working on a variety of projects and collaborating with talented internal and external teams. The ideal candidate will have experience developing games professionally, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and experience with Unreal Engine 5.

Lead VFX Programmer

Company: Cloud Imperium Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jul 13, 2024

We are a crowdfunded company seeking a VFX Programmer to join our team. The role involves designing and implementing well-engineered code, collaborating with internal customers, and embracing agile development. We are looking for candidates with experience in graphics programming, game programming, or VFX, and a strong focus on real-time performance.

Technical Lead

Company: Epic Games

Location: Bellevue

Posted Jul 10, 2024

Epic Games is seeking a technical leader to head its Governance and Platform Infrastructure (GPI) organization, responsible for building and maintaining technical alignment and partnerships with external and internal engineering and product teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving technical leadership, strong interpersonal skills, and knowledge of modern developer platforms and cloud technologies.

QA Engineer Monetization (6 months contract)

Company: Riot Games

Location: East Bay

Posted Jul 14, 2024

QA Engineers at Riot Games are responsible for testing projects, creating test plans, and evaluating project quality. They work with teams to understand user stories, reduce product risks, and contribute to automated testing. The role requires 2+ years of software QA experience, experience with test tools, and ISTQB Foundation Level Certification.

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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