Staff Software Engineer (Services) - League of Legends, Motivations

4 Months ago • 7 Years + • Research & Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Staff Software Engineer on the League of Legends Casual and Ranked User Experience (CRUX) team, you'll leverage your expertise in matchmaking algorithms and ranked progression systems to shape the ranked experience and SR queues. You'll collaborate with a diverse team (artists, designers, engineers, producers, QA) to design and implement system changes across multiple technology stacks. Responsibilities include leading improvements, mentoring engineers, collaborating across teams, writing and reviewing high-quality code, defining technical vision, and communicating technical details effectively. The role requires strong Java skills and experience with distributed systems. Success hinges on craft expertise, collaboration, and a player-centric approach.
Must have:
  • 7+ years software engineering experience
  • Strong Java (Java 8+) proficiency
  • Distributed systems design & implementation
  • Technical vision definition & communication
  • Lead improvements & mentor team
  • Write & review maintainable code
Good to have:
  • C++ or C# service development
  • Web development (JavaScript, Ember, HTML, CSS)
  • Matchmaking algorithms (MMR, Trueskill 2)
Perks:
  • Open paid time off
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Medical, dental, and life insurance
  • Parental leave
  • 401k with company match

Job Details

Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work across multiple domains. They work with new and existing technology, building innovative solutions to overcome high-volume obstacles and create player value.

As a Staff Software Engineer on the League of Legends Casual and Ranked User Experience (CRUX) team, you will bring your deep knowledge of matchmaking algorithms and ranked progressions to help shape the vision for the ranked experience and SR queues on League of Legends. You will work as part of a diverse team consisting of artists, designers, engineers, producers and QA. You will be involved in designing & implementing required changes to our system which is composed of a few different technology stacks. 

You will report to the team's Engineering Manager in our office in Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, identify and build improvements to League of Legend Client features 
  • Mentor and coach to lift the expertise of the engineering team
  • Collaborate across disciplines and other teams of engineers from within League and central inter-game data teams
  • Write and review reliable, maintainable code, and author architectural design documents
  • Uphold a high standard of engineering excellence
  • Collaborate with the Game Product Manager to identify focus areas and provide the best solution in those areas

Required Qualifications

  • 7+ years as a software engineer building and operating software at scale
  • Strong proficiency in Java programming language (Java 8+)
  • Experience designing and implementing distributed systems with many service integrations
  • Proven experience defining a technical vision, and socializing it across an organization
  • Proven ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences

Desired Qualifications

  • Proficient in developing C++ or C# services
  • Proficient in web development (JavaScript, Ember, HTML, CSS)
  • Have working knowledge on matchmaking algorithms like League’s MMR and Trueskill 2

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!

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. 

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