Senior software engineer

Riot Games was founded in 2006 by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill with the intent to change the way video games are made and supported for players
In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to worldwide acclaim
The game has since gone on to become the most played PC game in the world and a key driver of the explosive growth of esports
Players are the foundation of our community and it’s for them we continue to evolve and improve the League of Legends experience
Riot Games is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and has 23 offices worldwide.   Software Engineer II – Esports Technology, Stadium (Frontend)Riot Games Esports will carry sport and sports entertainment to its future
We’ve been there for fans from the beginning, and we’re just getting started
We’re looking for passionate individuals with a desire to push esports teams, players, and watch experiences to be better! As a Software Engineer II in the Stadium team, you will work with a team of producers, designers, and engineers to prototype, build, and own what it means to bring the Stadium atmosphere to people watching Esports all over the world.The Stadium Team is a new area of focus within Riot Esports Technology
The goal is to capture the magic of live-events and bring them to our viewers all over the world
We aim to bring people together to experience once-in-a-lifetime moments in their circle of friends, be able to express themselves & immerse themselves in the wave of the crowd.As a Senior Software Engineer in the Stadium Team your focus will be around Web & Frontend Technologies
You’re charged with crafting high quality user experiences that feel natural and allow players to immerse themselves in the roar of the crowd
Challenges will run from building out Social Interactions, such as Chat, as well as Viewer Expression
You’ll be on the forefront of what it means to bring the stadium experience to your home. You will be part of the Stadium team in Riot Esports Technology R&D, reporting to the Senior Manager, Software Engineering.ResponsibilitiesPartner closely with Design to create and iterate on well crafted user experiencesWork closely with Service Engineering to define the feature requirementsParticipate in building out a web framework for all Esports needsGrow the Web Standards at Riot by contributing with research and proposalsYou quickly iterate on prototypes and new areas to find feasible solutions for the products we are buildingRequired Qualifications4+ years of experience or equivalent in Frontend Software EngineeringDeep hands-on programming experience with Typescript, React & CSS-in-JS paradigmsReal-Life Experience using modern Web Frameworks, such as NextJS, Remix or SvelteKitYou have a deep understanding of modern web architecture and technologiesDesired QualificationsUnderstanding of and experience with GraphQLServerless & Edge environments are something that excites youFor this role, you’ll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and choices that focus on your fellow Rioters, who are the customers of your work
Being a dedicated fan of games is not necessary for this position!Our Perks:Riot has a focus on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy, in addition to 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.Riot Games fosters a player and workplace experience that values teamwork embodied by the Summoner’s Code and Community Code
Our culture embraces differences as a strength, and our values are the guiding principles for how we approach work
We are committed to putting diversity and inclusion (D&I) at the center of everything we do, and promoting a fair and collaborative culture where Rioters treat one another with dignity and respect
We encourage you to read more about our value of thriving together and our ongoing work to build the most inclusive company in Gaming.(Los Angeles Only) Base salary range between $150,200.00 – $211,100.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.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, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance relating to an applicant’s criminal history (LAMC 189.00). Recommended Skills

• .Net Framework
• C Sharp (Programming Language)
• Java (Programming Language)
• Sql (Programming Language)
• Extensible Markup Language (Xml)
• Visual Basic (Programming Language)

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