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Riot Games hires DevOps engineers to keep global multiplayer infrastructure running at scale, and the company sponsors a broad range of work visas for this function. If you're an international candidate targeting a DevOps role here, the company has a consistent track record of supporting sponsored hires.
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INTRODUCTION
Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in a variety of broader domains. As Software Engineers, we work with both new and current technology, creating innovative solutions to overcome high-volume obstacles and to deliver player value.
As a Senior Software Engineer in Riot Data Foundations on the Data Experiences and Automation team, you will have the chance to affect how Riot collects and uses data to improve the experience for players and Rioters. You'll work closely with our product partner and technical lead to expand data consumption and reporting capabilities and build solutions to improve the development lifecycle for data engineers and insight analysts throughout the organization. You'll be helping as Riot enables advancements and fast iteration in Machine Learning and AI initiatives. You will bring your experience working with globally distributed systems and work with our team of software engineers to help build efficient solutions. You will report into the Engineering Manager of the team.
Responsibilities:
- Build and enhance systems that allow team members to more effectively engage with the tools in our data ecosystem.
- Attend stand-ups and team rituals, and work with other software engineers to deliver on team goals
- Participate in code reviews with other members of the team
- Be part of an on-call rotation to support our live products
- Provide meaningful code reviews for other members of the team
- Work collaboratively with non-technical customers to accomplish deliverables
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or comparable field
- Understanding of core data engineering concepts and data pipelines
- 5+ years of experience working in Python and SQL
- 3+ years of experience working with data warehousing
- Experience in working in Agile and DevOps environment
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with ML Operations and GenAI pipelines and infrastructure
- Experience with open source ETL frameworks such as Airflow, Luigi, or similar
For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes 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 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 every day. 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.

INTRODUCTION
Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in a variety of broader domains. As Software Engineers, we work with both new and current technology, creating innovative solutions to overcome high-volume obstacles and to deliver player value.
As a Senior Software Engineer in Riot Data Foundations on the Data Experiences and Automation team, you will have the chance to affect how Riot collects and uses data to improve the experience for players and Rioters. You'll work closely with our product partner and technical lead to expand data consumption and reporting capabilities and build solutions to improve the development lifecycle for data engineers and insight analysts throughout the organization. You'll be helping as Riot enables advancements and fast iteration in Machine Learning and AI initiatives. You will bring your experience working with globally distributed systems and work with our team of software engineers to help build efficient solutions. You will report into the Engineering Manager of the team.
Responsibilities:
- Build and enhance systems that allow team members to more effectively engage with the tools in our data ecosystem.
- Attend stand-ups and team rituals, and work with other software engineers to deliver on team goals
- Participate in code reviews with other members of the team
- Be part of an on-call rotation to support our live products
- Provide meaningful code reviews for other members of the team
- Work collaboratively with non-technical customers to accomplish deliverables
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or comparable field
- Understanding of core data engineering concepts and data pipelines
- 5+ years of experience working in Python and SQL
- 3+ years of experience working with data warehousing
- Experience in working in Agile and DevOps environment
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with ML Operations and GenAI pipelines and infrastructure
- Experience with open source ETL frameworks such as Airflow, Luigi, or similar
For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes 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 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 every day. 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.
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Tailor your resume to Riot's infrastructure stack
Riot's DevOps roles consistently reference Kubernetes, Terraform, and cloud-native tooling across job postings. Frame your resume around these specific technologies to signal fit before a recruiter ever opens a conversation about sponsorship.
Target Riot's infrastructure and platform teams directly
Riot structures DevOps hiring across distinct platform, reliability, and cloud engineering teams. Applying to roles that match your specialization, whether CI/CD pipelines or observability platforms, improves your odds of reaching a hiring manager who understands sponsorship workflows.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open DevOps roles by visa type
Browsing generic job boards means sorting through postings that won't sponsor. Use Migrate Mate to filter Riot Games DevOps openings by the specific visa type you need, so every application you send goes to a confirmed sponsoring employer.
Account for PERM timelines if targeting a Green Card
If Riot initiates a PERM-based Green Card process for your DevOps role, DOL labor certification alone can take 12 to 18 months before USCIS filing begins. Factor this into your status planning, especially if you're on a visa with limited extension runway.
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Find DevOps at Riot Games JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Riot Games sponsor H-1B visas for DevOps roles?
Yes, Riot Games sponsors H-1B visas for DevOps positions. Because H-1B cap-subject petitions are subject to an annual lottery, timing your application correctly matters. Riot has sponsored DevOps hires across infrastructure, platform engineering, and site reliability functions, so roles in these areas are your strongest targets if you need H-1B sponsorship.
How do I apply for DevOps jobs at Riot Games?
Applications go through Riot's careers portal, where DevOps roles are listed under engineering and infrastructure teams. Before applying, verify the specific role references your core stack, since Riot's DevOps job descriptions vary by team. You can also browse confirmed sponsoring DevOps openings at Riot on Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa type so you're not guessing at sponsorship eligibility.
Which visa types does Riot Games commonly sponsor for DevOps positions?
Riot Games sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, and employment-based Green Cards including EB-2 and EB-3 for qualifying DevOps roles. Australian citizens are strong candidates for the E-3 pathway, which bypasses the H-1B lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying DevOps occupations may be eligible for TN status, which can be processed at the border.
What qualifications does Riot Games expect for sponsored DevOps roles?
Riot's DevOps postings consistently expect hands-on experience with container orchestration, infrastructure-as-code, and cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP. A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is typically required to satisfy the specialty occupation standard for H-1B and E-3 sponsorship. Roles at the senior level often require demonstrated experience owning large-scale deployment pipelines or reliability programs.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a DevOps offer from Riot Games?
Timeline depends on the visa type. E-3 and TN sponsorship can move quickly, often resolving in two to six weeks after an offer. H-1B cap-subject petitions follow USCIS's April lottery cycle, meaning you may wait up to six months before your start date. F-1 OPT transfers are faster but tied to your remaining OPT authorization period, so flag your expiration date to your recruiter immediately after receiving an offer.
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