Software Engineer, Web - Esports Platform & Experiences

Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in a variety of broader domains.  We work with both new and current technology, creating innovative solutions to overcome high-volume obstacles and to deliver player value. 

Riot Games Esports is setting the standard for the industry. We're looking for passionate individuals with a desire to build products that serve as a gateway to sports fandom. As a Software Engineer in the Esports Experiences team, you will work with a team of producers, designers, and engineers to prototype, build, and own products to foster the esports ecosystem.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with designers and product partners to deliver engaging, accessible, and performant web experiences.
• Implement and maintain complex web applications that support Riot’s Esports ecosystem.
• Work across Riot’s Esports web properties and partner platforms to bring new experiences to life.
• Contribute to technical discussions, help shape web architecture decisions, and advocate for best practices in front-end development.
• Stay current with modern web technologies and apply them thoughtfully to Riot’s products

Required Qualifications: 

• 2+ years of professional experience building and shipping web applications.
• Proficiency in TypeScript, React, and modern CSS-in-JS patterns.
• Hands-on experience with a modern web framework such as Next.js, Astro, or SvelteKit.
• Understanding of modern web architecture, including client–server interactions and performance optimization.
• Strong attention to visual and interaction details in layout and animations
• Familiarity with deploying and operating web applications using PaaS providers (e.g., Vercel, Netlify).

Desired Qualifications:

• Interest or experience in serverless or edge environments.
• Familiarity with GraphQL
• Understanding of web accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about the experiences of players, this could be 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 benefits pages for more information.

At Riot Games, we put players first. That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player. 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. And just like in our games, we’re better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we’re looking forward to your application.

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 data
• Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
• Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
• Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These 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.