Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in a variety of broader domains. Our engineers are player-focused and aim to find solutions that make players excited to experience our games. Principal Engineers, at Riot, are often called on to help with the hardest problems on a project by using their expertise to find creative solutions and being hands-on in writing code.
As a Principal Software Engineer on the League Data Central team, you'll spearhead the development of cutting-edge, ML-powered game features and robust backend services that process data at a global scale. Your expertise will shape our technical direction, creating data products that elevate the experience for players, Rioters, and the entire League Studio ecosystem. League Studio includes League of Legends, Team Fight Tactics and Wild Rift has over 150 million monthly active users.
Your role extends beyond coding – you'll be a visionary leader, defining domain architecture and aligning technology strategies with enterprise goals. You'll mentor teams, drive innovation, and champion data-driven solutions that showcase the immense value of our work.
From high-throughput data pipelines to live ML models interfacing directly with our games, you'll push the boundaries of what's possible in data technology. Your executive presence and industry insight will be crucial as you guide us towards the bleeding edge, always weighing the tradeoffs to make informed decisions.
Reporting to the League Data Central Engineering Manager, you'll be at the forefront of Riot's data revolution, empowering our teams to create unparalleled experiences for players and Rioters alike. Join us in shaping the future of gaming through the power of data. This role will be based out of Los Angeles.
For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about the experiences of players, this could be the role for you!
Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.
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