Riot Games · 10 hours ago
Staff Software Engineer, Gameplay Systems - Unpublished R&D Product
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
6+ years expRiot Games is a leading company in the gaming industry, and they are seeking a Staff Software Engineer focused on multiplayer gameplay for an unreleased product. The role involves collaborating with a cross-functional team to define core product features and deliver high-quality player experiences.
ElectronicsSoftwareGamingComputerDeveloper PlatformPC GamesVideo Games
Responsibilities
Implement real-time networked gameplay systems, features, and content for a new title
Be a trusted collaborator, working closely with art, design, and other disciplines on the team
Lead and contribute to architecture requirements, technical design, and implementation for relevant systems
Make substantial contributions to the codebase
Mentor other engineers on the team in all aspects of game development
Qualification
Required
6+ years of gameplay development experience in a C-style game engine (Unreal Engine, Unity, etc)
2+ years of experience working on a networked game
Fluency in C++
BS in Computer Science, or proven understanding of Computer Science fundamentals
Strong knowledge of common game and software design patterns
Experience collaborating with teammates across multiple disciplines
Preferred
Experience with UE4 and/or UE5
Experience developing and shipping a AAA title
Experience with agile development
Benefits
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
Company
Riot Games
Riot Games is a global company that develops online games.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$21MKey Investors
Benchmark,FirstMark,TencentBenchmark,FirstMark
2018-12-31Series Unknown· $6M
2016-11-14Convertible Note
2011-02-01Acquired
Leadership Team
A. Dylan Jadeja
Chief Executive Officer
Brandon Beck
Co-chairman, Co-founder
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