Staff Software Engineer, Gameplay Generalist (Game Development)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer, Gameplay Generalist (Game Development): Designing and implementing complex and innovative gameplay systems for an unpublished R&D product with an accent on player-facing features, technical direction, and architecture. Focus on collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, identifying technical risks, and mentoring peers to deliver emotionally resonant gameplay experiences.

Location: Los Angeles, USA only

Salary: $192,500.00–$269,400.00 USD

Company

Riot Games builds games that inspire passionate communities around the world, focused on creating joyful gameplay experiences.

What you will do

• Design, prototype, and implement complex and innovative gameplay systems.
• Own implementation of interactive player-facing systems from conception to production.
• Contribute to technical direction and standards, partnering with technical leaders on architecture.
• Provide critical input on all aspects of design and development for an early-phase project.
• Contribute to the technical culture, balancing speed and sustainability.
• Mentor peers and share insights on technical and creative problem-solving.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional experience in game development.
• Strong C++ programming skills and solid computer science fundamentals.
• Proficiency with gameplay and software design patterns.
• Strong debugging, optimization, and performance-tuning skills.
• Experience working in cross-disciplinary, distributed teams.
• Strong product sense and empathy for players.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Unreal Engine internals and modifying engine code.
• Experience working on mid-sized engineering teams in a live or in-development game environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Open paid time off policy and flexible work schedules for work/life balance.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Parental leave for you, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• 401k with company match.
• Collaborative teams empowering unique perspectives.
• Commitment to equal employment opportunity.