Qualifications
Responsibilities:Design, develop, and implement gameplay features and backend services for playersLead collaborative projects with team members and across departmentsAdvocate for and implement improvements in development processesMaintain high standards of engineering excellenceMentor junior engineers and foster their growthParticipate in an on-call rotation to troubleshoot live service issuesRequired Qualifications:4+ years of professional software development experience3+ years of experience with C++ programmingProven experience in collaborative software project development, including requirements gathering and stakeholder coordinationDesired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experienceExperience with real-time 3D environments (e.g., Unity, Unreal, Godot)Development experience within gameplay systems for Unreal Engine gamesFamiliarity with version control systems like Perforce and GitHubExperience in developing and deploying high-load real-time services
About the job
Join Riot Games in Sydney as a Senior Software Engineer with our VALORANT Player Dynamics Team. As a pivotal member of our team, you will engage in designing and developing crucial systems that ensure a safe and fair gaming environment. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing player experiences by leveraging community feedback and analytics.
In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, leading projects that focus on delivering gameplay features and backend services. Your expertise in C++ and software development will drive the creation of innovative solutions that bring joy to our players.
As a mentor to junior engineers, your influence will help shape the future of our engineering practices. You will also participate in an on-call rotation to address live service issues, ensuring the game remains enjoyable for everyone.
About Riot Games, Inc.
Riot Games is a leading interactive entertainment company dedicated to creating immersive gaming experiences. Our Sydney studio is committed to fostering talent and innovation, driving our mission to connect players through games. Join us and be part of a talented team that thrives on creativity and passion for gaming.