Riot Games · 6 hours ago
Staff Software Engineer, 3Cs - Unpublished R&D Product
Los Angeles, USA
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years expRiot Games is a leading company in the gaming industry, and they are seeking a Staff Software Engineer for an unpublished R&D product. In this role, you will merge cutting-edge camera, control, and character behaviors to create fast-paced and emotionally resonant gameplay, while also fostering a collaborative environment and mentoring peers.
ComputerDeveloper PlatformPC GamesVideo Games
Responsibilities
Work with industry leading designers and artists to design and implement AAA quality camera, control, and character behaviors
Own implementation of character traversal and other game system components from conception to production
Guide animators through the ins and outs of the game engine's animation system
Deliver innovative game experiences in line with our experimental, learning-based approach
Provide critical input on all aspects of design and development in this early phase R&D project
Contribute to the technical culture of the team, ensuring the right balance of speed and sustainability
Foster a collaborative environment where knowledge and skills are shared
Mentor your peers across disciplines, and invest in sharing insights and learnings on both technical and creative problem-solving
Qualification
Required
You have 6+ years of professional experience in software engineering within the games industry
Professional experience working in traversal, camera control, or similar systems in a AAA quality product
Experience engaging with designers and other creatives, ensuring the delivery of delightful and satisfying moment to moment gameplay
Experience working with C++, and Animation systems
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent experience, underpins your technical expertise
Preferred
Experience developing gameplay systems (movement, camera, animation) in various game engines (i.e. Unreal, Unity, etc.)
Familiarity with Unreal Engine internals and extending or modifying engine code
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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