Riot Games-posted 3 days ago
Full-time • Senior
Los Angeles, CA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
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As Senior Software Engineers at Riot, we blend deep technical skill with a strong sense of product ownership and player empathy. We work across a broad range of systems and technologies, and we lead by example - solving complex problems, mentoring others, and driving technical excellence that enhances the player experience. As a Senior Software Engineer on the League of Legends team, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of League's systems for new and returning player experiences. Our work spans multiple domains - from AI-driven bots and tutorials to UI/UX, and backend services. You'll help set best practices, influence technical direction, and collaborate across design, art, and engineering. Given the team's broad scope, you'll have opportunities to contribute across gameplay, AI, UI/UX, and backend services based on team priorities and your interests. You will report to the team's Engineering Manager and work in a hybrid environment based out of our LAX office, with an expectation of being onsite at least three days per week.

  • Design, implement, and maintain game systems across AI, UI/UX, and tutorials using proprietary engine technologies
  • Collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to prototype and deliver player-facing features
  • Enhance and support gameplay and technical systems with a focus on performance, scalability, and player experience
  • Improve team workflows by identifying and implementing engineering best practices
  • Drive technical direction, establish standards, and mentor other engineers
  • 5+ years of professional experience in the game industry
  • 2+ years of C++ development experience in a production environment
  • Hands-on experience in at least one of the following areas: gameplay, AI/bots, UI/UX, or tutorials
  • Passion or curiosity about AI and Machine Learning applications in games
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across disciplines
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
  • Experience with UI/UX development in games
  • Experience building machine learning applications, backend services for games, or data-driven decision making
  • Interest in full-stack engineering within the game development space
  • Experience with Unreal, Unity, or other commercial game engines
  • Has a history, is actively playing, or has a deep desire to play League of Legends
  • Open paid time off policy
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Medical, dental, and life insurance
  • Parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children
  • 401k with company match
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