Software Engineer III, Performance - Unpublished R&D Product

Riot Games

Los Angeles, CA

Full Time

Senior

10 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

As a Staff Software Engineer focused on client and server performance on an unreleased product, you will work to ensure that we hit our runtime performance goals throughout the development and release of the game. This will include profiling and optimizing client and server code, as well as proposing and executing on longer term performance projects. In addition to performance improvements, you will be responsible for delivering technical solutions that improve gameplay integrity and empower content creators to explore gameplay concepts quickly and confidently under realistic conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and implement major projects to improve the runtime performance of the game
Work with gameplay designers and engineers to identify and develop performant solutions that satisfy their needs
Regularly profile and optimize existing gameplay systems
Contribute to the design and implementation of technical solutions related to simulation and networking systems
Mentor and coach other engineers on the project

Requirements

6+ years of gameplay development experience in a C-style game engine (Unreal Engine, Unity, etc)
Fluency in C++
Experience profiling with sampling and instrumented profilers
Experience optimizing performance on a game title
BS in Computer Science, or proven understanding of Computer Science fundamentals
Experience collaborating with teammates across multiple disciplines

Nice to Have

2+ years of experience working on a networked game
Experience managing game performance across multiple teams
Professional multithreaded development experience
Experience with UE4 and/or UE5
Experience developing and shipping a AAA title
Experience with agile development

Qualifications

Proven understanding of Computer Science fundamentals
Experience in gameplay development and performance optimization

Benefits & Perks

Open paid time off policy and flexible work schedules
Medical, dental, and life insurance
Parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children
401k with company match

Working at Riot Games

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. We aim to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective every day. We value work/life balance, diversity, and inclusion, and strive to support our employees through various benefits and policies. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations for all applicants.

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