Principal Software Engineer, Gameplay - Teamfight Tactics
Riot GamesResponsibilities
- Build gameplay features and systems for Teamfight Tactics game modes and cosmetics.
- Build around-game UI features, including progression and monetization flows, with Visual Designers and User Experience creatives.
- Drive product, technical, and architectural discussions aligned with product vision and engineering strategy.
- Improve developer tools and workflows to increase team efficiency.
- Coordinate with stakeholders and disciplines across multiple Teamfight Tactics teams.
- Mentor engineers, tech artists, and tech designers.
- Participate in and improve the team’s support rotation.
- Reduce ambiguity through technical discovery and prototyping.
Requirements
- 10+ years of software development experience, including shipping products on large code bases spanning multiple platforms and tools.
- 4+ years of Unreal Engine experience and familiarity with game engine tools, workflows, and content pipelines.
- Expertise with C++ and gameplay engineering, including character, camera, and controls systems.
- Experience collaborating across Design, Art, QA, Production, and other disciplines.
- Experience mentoring others in both soft and hard skills.
- Product sense, pragmatism, and player empathy in technical decision-making.
- BS in Computer Science or proven understanding of Computer Science fundamentals.
- Familiarity with Teamfight Tactics is desired.
- Mobile and/or multi-platform experience is desired.
Benefits
- Open paid time off policy and flexible work schedules are offered.
- Medical, dental, and life insurance are provided.
- Parental leave is available for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
- A 401(k) with company match is offered.
About Riot Games
Since 2006, Riot Games has stayed committed to changing the way video games are developed, published, and supported for players. From our first title, League of Legends, to 2020’s VALORANT; we have strived to evolve the community with growth in Esports, and expansion from games into entertainment. Players are the foundation of Riot's community and because of them, we’re able to reach new heights. Founded by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill, Riot is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and has 4,500+ Rioters in 20+ offices worldwide. Riot has been featured on numerous lists including Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” “25 Best Companies to Work in Technology,” “100 Best Workplaces for Millennials,” and “50 Best Workplaces for Flexibility.” Riot Games recruiters will never ask for money or request sensitive information, and they'll always reach out from an @riotgames.com email address. You can learn more about Riot’s interview process here: https://www.riotgames.com/en/work-with-us/interviewing-at-riot/interview-process