Staff Software Engineer, Gameplay - Unpublished R&D Product

Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas, while also valuing the opportunity to work in a variety of domains. As a Staff Software Engineer, you’ll dive into projects that focus on cross-team objectives, pushing for project-wide alignment and standards. You’ll drive multiplayer gameplay features, perform engine modifications, and provide other engineers with a clear illustration of extraordinary engineering.As a

Staff Software Engineer

on the Research & Development team, you will build and enhance online multiplayer gameplay systems, including combat feel, related netcode, tools and other related systems. You will work in a team alongside producers, designers, artists, and other engineers to answer fundamental product questions and build experiences that will fulfill our players’ imaginative dreams. The ideal candidate is passionate, driven, and wants to guide the technical vision of our game’s multiplayer architecture. You will report to the Engineering Lead of the Gameplay Systems team.Responsibilities:

Identify, prioritize, and implement online multiplayer systems and engine improvementsLead and contribute to architecture requirements, technical design, and implementation for such systemsHelp shape the technical direction and standards for the teamCollaborate with product and discipline leads to identify focus areas, handoff points, and provide the best solution for the development phaseAs development advances into full production, iterate on robust, scalable, and performant solutions.Mentor other engineers on the team in all aspects of game developmentRequired Qualifications:

6+ years of development experience in the game industry as a software engineerExperience shipping an online multiplayer game built with Unreal EngineFamiliar with Unreal Engine internals and modifying them as neededDriven the network architecture and implementation on at least 1 shipped game, featuring low-latency online multiplayer experienceExcellent skills debugging and optimizing online gamesExperience collaborating with distributed teammates across multiple disciplinesProduct sense, pragmatism, and player empathy in making tech decisionsDesired Qualifications:

3+ years experience working on netcode on low latency gamesExperience with visual scripting systemsExperience working on mid-sized engineering teamsExperience with the prototyping and pre-production phases of game developmentExperience with agile developmentFor this role, you'll find success through craft expertise and a collaborative spirit that prioritizes the delight of players. We will look at your past studies and experience, but for this role, we also look for dedicated people with a personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this is the role for you!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

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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 dataCommunication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minorsAccessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networksEnsuring a safe interactive environment for players and other RiotersThese 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.

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