Staff Software Engineer, Riot Games

• You have 6+ years of professional experience in game development
• Collaborating with non-engineering teams is second nature to you, ensuring the delivery of cohesive and engaging game elements
• Your experience with C++ is demonstrated in complex and large-scale projects
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent experience, underpins your technical expertise
• You excel in leading technical designs and decisions, always with an eye on the ultimate goal – player delight
• For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise and a collaborative spirit that prioritizes the delight of players. We will look at your past studies and experience, but for this role, we also look for dedicated people with a personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this is the role for you!

• As a Staff Software Engineer on an unpublished R&D product team, you will be at the forefront of merging research and development with the rich universe of League of Legends
• This role is not just about coding; it's about pioneering innovative solutions that resonate with millions of players worldwide
• In this role, you will report directly to the Director of Engineering for Project Next
• Develop and refine game systems and engine features using C++, leveraging our content tools and game scripting to engage a new audience within the League of Legends engine
• Collaborate with diverse teams, including Game Designers, Artists, and Animators, to craft immersive player experiences
• Deliver groundbreaking game experiences in line with our milestone-driven approach
• Provide critical input on the technical feasibility of design ideas, balancing creativity with practicality
• Contribute to the technical vision and standards of the team, ensuring excellence in every line of code
• Mentor fellow engineers, fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge and skills are shared

• We offer medical, dental, and vision plans that cover you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children
• Life insurance, parental leave, plus short-term and long-term disability coverage are also available
• Riot will support your retirement benefits with a company match, and double down on your donations of time and money to non-profit charitable organizations
• Balance between work and personal life is encouraged with open paid time off, and a play fund so you can broaden and deepen your personal relationship with games

Total funding: $15m

Riot Games has grown into one of the world’s most prominent online and mobile game developers, due in large part to the success of its 2009 flagship title League of Legends which hosts just under seventy million users every month.