Senior Software Engineer - VALORANT - Foundations Developer Experience & Workflows

A gaming company known for developing VALORANT and League of Legends, focused on creating player-centric gaming experiences.
Los Angeles, CA, USAMercer Island, WA, USA
$161,500 - $227,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
4+ years of experience
Gaming

Description For Senior Software Engineer - VALORANT - Foundations Developer Experience & Workflows

Riot Games is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the VALORANT Foundations Developer Experience & Workflows team. This role focuses on designing and building solutions to enhance developer efficiency across the VALORANT studio. The position involves creating tools and systems that enable seamless development across PC and consoles for their multi-platform, continuous delivery studio.

The ideal candidate will work with various stakeholders, including engineering, design, QA, and art teams, addressing technical needs across different areas. They will be responsible for improving developer workflows, implementing best practices for console development, and ensuring consistent player experiences across platforms.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced developers passionate about gaming and technical solutions. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on one of the most popular competitive gaming titles. Riot Games values diversity and inclusion, following their Summoner's Code and Community Code to foster a collaborative culture.

The position comes with attractive benefits including flexible work schedules, comprehensive insurance coverage, parental leave, and equity compensation. The company emphasizes work-life balance and provides opportunities for professional growth and mentorship. Join a team that prioritizes player experience and technical excellence in game development.

Last updated 17 hours ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer - VALORANT - Foundations Developer Experience & Workflows

  • Create tools and systems that improve developer experience and efficiency
  • Work with stakeholders across the organization to address their pain points and exceed their expectations for console development
  • Influence software engineering best practices for console development
  • Develop sustainable solutions that will ensure a consistent player experience across platforms
  • Provide mentorship to more junior members of the team

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer - VALORANT - Foundations Developer Experience & Workflows

  • 4+ years experience in professional software development
  • 2+ years professional experience with C++
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and/or equivalent experience
  • Have collaborated on cross-team development efforts (3+ months in scope), including requirements gathering, planning, and release
  • Experience shipping Unreal Engine games to console (desired)
  • Experience building developer workflows (desired)
  • Familiarity with console-specific build pipelines (desired)

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer - VALORANT - Foundations Developer Experience & Workflows

401k
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Open paid time off policy
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Parental leave
  • 401k with company match
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Equity compensation
  • Incentive compensation

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