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Riot Games hires Software Engineers across gameplay, infrastructure, platform, and security disciplines, with a well-established sponsorship process for international candidates. The company works across multiple visa categories, making it a realistic target if you're planning your work authorization around a new role.
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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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Align your portfolio with Riot's engineering domains
Riot's engineering teams span gameplay systems, distributed infrastructure, and anti-cheat security. Tailoring your GitHub projects or system design examples to one of these domains signals genuine fit, not just general software competence.
Target teams that ship player-facing products
Riot's most active engineering hiring concentrates on live-service game teams and platform engineering. Roles tied to shipping products to millions of players tend to have clearer specialty occupation justification, which strengthens your visa petition.
Clarify your visa timeline in the offer negotiation
If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm with your recruiter whether your start date falls within your authorized period. The 60-day gap between jobs and the cap-gap extension window can affect when you can legally begin without USCIS approval.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Riot's open Software Engineer roles by visa type
Riot sponsors across multiple categories including H-1B, E-3, and TN. Migrate Mate lets you filter active listings by the specific visa type you need, so you're only applying to roles where your situation is already a known fit.
Anticipate the DOL prevailing wage requirement during compensation talks
For H-1B and E-3 roles, your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying your salary meets the prevailing wage for your location and job level. Understanding this before negotiating helps you read compensation offers accurately.
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Find Software Engineer at Riot Games JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Riot Games sponsor H-1B visas for Software Engineers?
Yes, Riot Games sponsors H-1B visas for Software Engineers. The company has an established immigration process and works with Software Engineers across seniority levels on H-1B petitions. Because H-1B is subject to the annual lottery cap, timing your job search around the April registration window is important if you don't already hold H-1B status.
How do I apply for Software Engineer jobs at Riot Games?
Applications go through Riot's careers portal, where roles are listed by team and location. You can also browse Riot's open Software Engineer positions filtered by visa type on Migrate Mate, which is useful if you need to confirm sponsorship eligibility before investing time in an application. Riot's process typically includes a recruiter screen, technical assessments, and a system design interview.
Which visa types does Riot Games commonly use for Software Engineer roles?
Riot Games sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, and employment-based Green Card categories including EB-2 and EB-3 for Software Engineers. Australian citizens are well-positioned to pursue the E-3 path, which has no lottery and allows two-year renewable periods. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN status without a cap restriction.
What qualifications does Riot Games expect from Software Engineer candidates?
Riot typically looks for a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, combined with hands-on experience in the relevant engineering domain. For visa purposes, the degree-to-job match matters: USCIS requires that the role qualifies as a specialty occupation, so a degree in an unrelated field can complicate an H-1B or E-3 petition even if your practical skills are strong.
How do I time my application around Riot's visa filing process?
If you need H-1B sponsorship and aren't already in H-1B status, the employer must register you in USCIS's lottery by mid-March for an October 1 start date. Build your job search timeline around that window. For E-3, TN, and OPT extensions, timing is more flexible, but still confirm your authorized end date with your employer before accepting an offer to avoid work authorization gaps.
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