Senior Software Engineer, Game Generalist - League of Legends

As Senior Software Engineers at Riot, we blend deep technical skill with a strong sense of product ownership and player empathy. We work across a broad range of systems and technologies, and we lead by example — solving complex problems, mentoring others, and driving technical excellence that enhances the player experience.

As a Senior Software Engineer on the League of Legends team, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of League’s systems for new and returning player experiences. Our work spans multiple domains — from AI-driven bots and tutorials to UI/UX, and backend services. You’ll help set best practices, influence technical direction, and collaborate across design, art, and engineering. Given the team’s broad scope, you’ll have opportunities to contribute across gameplay, AI, UI/UX, and backend services based on team priorities and your interests.

You will report to the team’s Engineering Manager and work in a hybrid environment based out of our LAX office, with an expectation of being onsite at least three days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain game systems across AI, UI/UX, and tutorials using proprietary engine technologies
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to prototype and deliver player-facing features
• Enhance and support gameplay and technical systems with a focus on performance, scalability, and player experience
• Improve team workflows by identifying and implementing engineering best practices
• Drive technical direction, establish standards, and mentor other engineers

Required Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of professional experience in the game industry
• 2+ years of C++ development experience in a production environment
• Hands-on experience in at least one of the following areas: gameplay, AI/bots, UI/UX, or tutorials
• Passion or curiosity about AI and Machine Learning applications in games
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across disciplines
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with UI/UX development in games
• Experience building machine learning applications, backend services for games, or data-driven decision making
• Interest in full-stack engineering within the game development space
• Experience with Unreal, Unity, or other commercial game engines
• Has a history, is actively playing, or has a deep desire to play League of Legends

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 benefits pages for more information.

At Riot Games, we put players first. That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether you’re working directly on a new player-facing experience or you’re supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, we’re better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we’re looking forward to your application.

 

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.