Riot Games
Staff Software Engineer, UI - Unpublished R&D Product Software Engineering Group
Riot Games, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Staff Software Engineer, UI - Unpublished R&D Product
Job Id: REQ-0009322
As a
Staff Software Engineer, UI
on an unpublished R&D product, you will establish the UI framework for one of Riot’s most exciting new games. You will work closely with UX designers, artists, and other engineers to set the technical direction and emplace best practices and patterns for UI architecture and implementation. In this role you will be hands‑on in conceptualizing, planning, implementing, and leading all technical aspects of the game’s UI framework. You will work with state‑of‑the‑art technology, and explore new solutions to surprise and delight our players as we bring this new game to life.
Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in a variety of broader domains. As a
Staff Software Engineer , you’ll drive important features and provide other engineers with a clear illustration of extraordinary engineering. We work with both new and current technology, creating innovative solutions to overcome high‑volume obstacles and to deliver player value. You will report to a Senior Engineering Manager supporting the Tech Foundations team within an R&D game project.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with UX, designers, engineering at all levels to design and implement the foundational technologies of the game’s UI framework
Set the technical direction and best practices for UI architecture and implementation patterns
Implement foundational UI systems on both PC and console platforms
Profile and optimize performance and memory usage for UI on multiple platforms
Collaborate on cross‑disciplinary technical and architectural discussions for UI systems to ensure that UI meets both functional and aesthetic requirements
Participate in the planning and execution of engineering work including requirements gathering, technical discovery, technical design, and work breakdown and estimation
Drive exceptional quality by adhering to and evolving practices of engineering excellence, including code maintainability, quality, monitoring, code reviews, and documentation
Provide mentorship to engineers, technical designers, and technical artists
Required Qualifications:
8+ years experience in UI engineering, implementation, or related fields
3+ years experience developing UI in Unreal Engine (Blueprint, UMG, and/or Slate)
Experience in framework level UI engineering
Experience in performance profiling and optimization for UI
Experience collaborating with teammates across multiple disciplines
B.S. in computer science or equivalent experience
Strong OO C/C++/C# programming experience and data driven design principles
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and influence cross‑functional stakeholders
Strong communication skills across technical and non‑technical audiences
Desired Qualifications:
Experience building UI for multiplayer games
Experience developing UI for both PC and console platforms
Knowledge of UI submission requirements for consoleKnowledge of UI accessibility features
Experience with input handling (Common UI, Enhanced Input)
Experience in graphics/rendering
Experience mentoring technical ICs and contributing to engineering culture
Experience working on distributed teams
For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise and a collaborative spirit that prioritizes the delight of players. We will look at your past studies and experience, but for this role, we also look for dedicated people with a personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this is the role for you!
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, 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 SanFrancisco Fair 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 based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.
(Los Angeles Only)
Base salary range between $192,500.00 - $269,400.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.
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As a
Staff Software Engineer, UI
on an unpublished R&D product, you will establish the UI framework for one of Riot’s most exciting new games. You will work closely with UX designers, artists, and other engineers to set the technical direction and emplace best practices and patterns for UI architecture and implementation. In this role you will be hands‑on in conceptualizing, planning, implementing, and leading all technical aspects of the game’s UI framework. You will work with state‑of‑the‑art technology, and explore new solutions to surprise and delight our players as we bring this new game to life.
Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in a variety of broader domains. As a
Staff Software Engineer , you’ll drive important features and provide other engineers with a clear illustration of extraordinary engineering. We work with both new and current technology, creating innovative solutions to overcome high‑volume obstacles and to deliver player value. You will report to a Senior Engineering Manager supporting the Tech Foundations team within an R&D game project.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with UX, designers, engineering at all levels to design and implement the foundational technologies of the game’s UI framework
Set the technical direction and best practices for UI architecture and implementation patterns
Implement foundational UI systems on both PC and console platforms
Profile and optimize performance and memory usage for UI on multiple platforms
Collaborate on cross‑disciplinary technical and architectural discussions for UI systems to ensure that UI meets both functional and aesthetic requirements
Participate in the planning and execution of engineering work including requirements gathering, technical discovery, technical design, and work breakdown and estimation
Drive exceptional quality by adhering to and evolving practices of engineering excellence, including code maintainability, quality, monitoring, code reviews, and documentation
Provide mentorship to engineers, technical designers, and technical artists
Required Qualifications:
8+ years experience in UI engineering, implementation, or related fields
3+ years experience developing UI in Unreal Engine (Blueprint, UMG, and/or Slate)
Experience in framework level UI engineering
Experience in performance profiling and optimization for UI
Experience collaborating with teammates across multiple disciplines
B.S. in computer science or equivalent experience
Strong OO C/C++/C# programming experience and data driven design principles
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and influence cross‑functional stakeholders
Strong communication skills across technical and non‑technical audiences
Desired Qualifications:
Experience building UI for multiplayer games
Experience developing UI for both PC and console platforms
Knowledge of UI submission requirements for consoleKnowledge of UI accessibility features
Experience with input handling (Common UI, Enhanced Input)
Experience in graphics/rendering
Experience mentoring technical ICs and contributing to engineering culture
Experience working on distributed teams
For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise and a collaborative spirit that prioritizes the delight of players. We will look at your past studies and experience, but for this role, we also look for dedicated people with a personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this is the role for you!
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, 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 SanFrancisco Fair 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 based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.
(Los Angeles Only)
Base salary range between $192,500.00 - $269,400.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.
#J-18808-Ljbffr