Staff Software Engineer (Gameplay) - Unpublished R&D Product

Riot Games is a center of creativity where cutting-edge technology meets vibrant gaming culture. We’re dedicated to crafting world-class experiences, as evidenced by our flagship title, League of Legends. Join us in shaping the landscape of gaming. 

As a Staff Software Engineer on our R&D 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Develop and refine game systems and engine features using C++, leveraging our content tools and game scripting 
• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• You have 6+ years of professional experience in game development.
• You have extensive experience translating game design and art into technical designs and decisions in a rapid high agency RnD project, always with an eye on the ultimate goal – player delight.
• Collaborating with game content creators, especially game designers, 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
• Your knowledge and understanding of gameplay systems is a real strength
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent experience, underpins your technical expertise.

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 players' experiences, this could be your role!

Our Perks:

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 for more information.

Riot Games fosters a player and workplace experience that values teamwork embodied by the and . Our culture embraces differences as a strength, and our values are the guiding principles for how we approach work. We are committed to putting diversity and inclusion (D&I) at the center of everything we do, and promoting a fair and collaborative culture where Rioters treat one another with dignity and respect. We encourage you to read more about our value of and our ongoing work to build the .

It’s our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.

Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:

• Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data
• Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
• Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
• Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.