Riot Games

Riot Games

Software Engineering Manager, Expressions - VALORANT

Los Angeles, USA; Mercer Island, USA · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 15 days ago
C++ExpressPerformance ManagementUnreal EngineCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the chance to work in many broader domains.
  • You'll also serve as a mentor for a team of engineers, overseeing performance management, growth opportunities, and accountability.
  • As the Manager, Software Engineering on VALORANT (for more info on VALORANT click here!) you'll bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in many broader domains.

Responsibilities

  • Own the technology for premium content end to end: during creation by artists, when players view the content in the out of game experience, and when players are using the content in game.
  • Collaborate effectively with art, design, and other disciplines within game development.
  • Provide technical expertise throughout the product life cycle including design, implementation, and delivery of features while continuously improving the software engineering quality and efficiency.
  • Build and manage strong relationships between disciplines
  • Lead, grow, and coach team members to build talent over the long term
  • 2+ years experience directly leading an engineering team either as an Engineering Manager or Technical Lead & mentor.
  • That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player.
  • Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday.
  • Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:
  • 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.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer
  • 1+ years of experience with C++
  • 6+ years of experience
  • 2+ years of C++ experience
  • Experience with Unreal Engine
  • Experience working with visual effects, 3D, or other artists either in games or in another industry
  • Familiarity working in an agile environment
  • For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players and fans.

Benefits

  • 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 benefits pages for more information.
  • Work with Artist and Art teams to help create new kinds of content or improve existing ones to help realize the vision of the game

Company info

  • At Riot Games, we put players first.
  • Whether you're working directly on a new player-facing experience or you're supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission.
  • If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we're looking forward to your application.
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