Jobs at Rockstar Games
Rockstar Games, the studio behind iconic titles like Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2, has built a reputation for open‑world storytelling, cinematic cutscenes, and deep player immersion. With offices in New York, Edinburgh and Los Angeles, the company has grown from a small indie outfit to a global powerhouse that pushes the boundaries of interactive entertainment.
Rockstar hires across a wide range of disciplines: software engineers (C++, Python, Unity), 3D artists, concept artists, animators, sound designers, QA testers, producers, technical directors, marketing specialists, community managers, and HR professionals. Candidates can expect a collaborative, feedback‑rich environment that rewards creative risk‑taking while demanding high production standards and often long hours during crunch periods.
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Strategy Associate
Company: Rockstar Games
Location: Manhattan, NY
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Rockstar Games is seeking a Strategy Associate for a full-time, in-office position in their NYC headquarters. The role involves working closely with Publishing teams, connecting the dots between goals and plans, and using critical thinking to craft actionable insights. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, journalism, or strategy, and 2-3 years of experience in strategy, consulting, or similar roles. They should possess strong analytical skills, a proactive attitude, and a passion for the gaming industry. The position offers a competitive pay range and a collaborative, inclusive work environment.
Facilities Partner
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Riot Games is seeking a Facilities Partner for their Los Angeles Headquarters. The role involves overseeing daily operations of the 650K+ sq ft facility, ensuring it's well-maintained and conducive to creativity. Key responsibilities include managing vendors, coordinating with internal teams, tracking expenses, and implementing policies to improve operations. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of facilities management experience, strong interpersonal skills, and problem-solving abilities. A Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or a related field is preferred. Riot Games offers a focus on work-life balance, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion.
Senior Principal Researcher - League of Legends
Company: Riot Games
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Riot Games is seeking a Senior Principal Researcher for the League of Legends team. The role involves leading complex research to understand game health, players, and experiences. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of relevant experience, with 4+ years in games industry research. They should be proficient in quantitative and qualitative methods, and have strong communication skills. Familiarity with game design and product strategy is essential. Riot values work-life balance, diversity, and inclusion.
Software Engineer, C#/Java (All Levels)
Company: Rockstar Games
Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Rockstar Games is seeking a software developer for a full-time, permanent position in their Edinburgh studio. The ideal candidate will have a passion for software development, experience in C# or Java, and familiarity with WPF, XAML, Spring Framework, and Hibernate. They will work on maintaining and evolving Rockstar's internal task tracking and project management system, writing quality code, and collaborating with global teams. The role involves debugging, communicating effectively, and ensuring product stability and a high-quality user experience.
Senior Technical Artist: Animation
Company: Rockstar Games
Location: London, United Kingdom
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Rockstar Games is seeking a Senior Technical Artist with 5+ years of experience. The role involves creating and maintaining animation tools and pipelines, developing automated solutions, and working closely with related departments. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of coding UI, 3D animation systems, and software engineering concepts. Experience with C++, C# desktop applications, and in-engine animation systems is a plus. The position is full-time, permanent, and based in Dundee.
Brand Manager III, Strategy Game
Company: Riot Games
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Riot Games, established in 2006, is seeking a Thai marketer with 7-8 years of experience for a Riot Brand Manager position. The role involves guiding campaign development, leading relationships with external stakeholders, and creating unique player experiences. The ideal candidate should be a strategy game fan, fluent in English and Thai, and have a strong understanding of the Thai game market. They should also be open-minded, proactive, and a clear communicator. Experience in China or with China-based companies, and proficiency in Mandarin, is a bonus.
Gameplay Engineer
Company: Theorycraft Games
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 22, 2025
The company is seeking a collaborative and curious Engineer to join their Gameplay team. The ideal candidate will have experience in cross-discipline collaboration, comfort with other people's code, empathy for players, and proficiency in C++, Unreal Engine, and running a game as a service. The company values a small, fast-paced environment with a focus on winning, moving quickly, and shipping early. They offer competitive compensation, including equity, and a range of benefits such as unlimited PTO, health insurance, and an annual game budget. The company supports distributed work within 3 timezones of PST and offers family-friendly policies.
Senior Manager, Game Production - League of Legends
Company: Riot Games
Location: Singapore
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Business Operations, APAC Publishing (Contract)
Company: Riot Games
Location: Singapore
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Riot Games is seeking a Business Operations (Contract) professional to join their APAC Publishing Operations team in Singapore. The role involves supporting regional publishing teams, conducting business operations analysis, and collaborating with various teams to optimize marketing campaigns and publishing operations. The ideal candidate should have a degree or significant work experience in Consulting, Operations, Analytics, or a related field, with 6+ years of experience in analytics, strategy, or product management within the technology and media industry. Strong analytical and project management skills, along with deep local market knowledge, are required. The candidate will report to APAC’s Head of Publishing Operations and will be responsible for providing data and recommendations to optimize marketing campaigns, conducting in-depth business operations analysis, and developing comprehensive reports. The role emphasizes player empathy and prioritizes decisions that delight players.
Product Lead, VALORANT Mobile
Company: Riot Games
Location: Shanghai, China
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Riot Games, established in 2006, is seeking a Product Lead for the VALORANT Mobile team. The role involves planning initiatives and products, understanding player needs, and collaborating with partner studios. The company values player-focused game development, innovation, and a diverse, collaborative culture. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of gaming industry experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of live game services. Riot Games is committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a player-centric work environment.
Reallusion Character Creator 3D Artist
Company: Epoch Games
Location: Greensboro, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Epoch Games, a volunteer-based global game development team, is seeking a skilled individual proficient in Reallusion's Character Creator 3 (CC3) for creating realistic 3D character meshes, faces, and hair. The chosen candidate will also be responsible for creating 2D textures and importing/exporting creations to Epic Games' Unreal Engine 4. The role involves clear communication, team collaboration, and adherence to team policies. The ideal candidate should have experience in creating human character meshes and textures, hair sculpts, and full texturing abilities. Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop or GIMP is required for creating high-quality 2D textures. The candidate must have the ability to run Unreal Engine 4 and Character Creator 3, along with sufficient disk space and internet speeds for downloading game files.