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R&D engineering roles in materials science, product development, and advanced systems qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when your position requires a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Australian engineers can pursue sponsorship without competing in the H-1B lottery, and two-year E-3 visas are renewable as long as your qualifying employment continues.
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Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in a variety of broader domains. As Engineering Managers, we gain organizational alignment by building a strong engineering vision and offering creative solutions to organizational design. We also serve as mentors for a team of engineers, overseeing their performance and trying to find stretch opportunities for their growth while maintaining a focus on results.
As a Senior Manager, Software Engineering within Riot Discovery Studio, you will report to the Tech Director on an unpublished R&D product, directing internal and external teams of engineers to support product exploration, integrate, and extend critical backend technologies, and scale our technology to meet the needs of a live Riot title. You will be accountable for all technical decisions of your teams’ focus areas and help shape the product. In addition to leading the team, you will be hands-on in implementation, at least initially.
Responsibilities:
- Define the engineering strategy and technical roadmap to develop our global backend infrastructure with an understanding of our audience and product goals
- Manage and scale multiple engineering teams to support product needs through pre-production, production and post-launch
- Partner with product and delivery as they define product features and product roadmap
- Collaborate and coordinate with Riot Central technology teams to efficiently deliver world-class solutions
- Direct development and manage performance of external engineering teams in other geographies
- Collaborate in technical/architectural discussions, provide direction and drive decision-making
- Drive the planning and execution of engineering work including requirements gathering, technical discovery, technical design, and work breakdown and estimation
- Directly accountable for the technical success of the team including ownership of our systems and services operating well and in a cost-effective manner in live environments
- Identify, interview, and hire software engineers to support team and Riot hiring goals
- Support engineers with performance management, and career management and development including stretch opportunities for them to grow
- Create a culture of leadership across engineering by seeking different perspectives at all levels to solve problems and contribute ideas
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 6+ years of experience as a software engineer
- 2+ years of game development experience working in various platforms (i.e. mobile, console, PC, etc.)
- 3+ years in a leadership position, working directly on the production of a game as an Engineering Manager
- Experience leading teams through feature development (planning, execution, delivery, post-release support)
- Experience building reliable, scalable, and maintainable backend distributed systems
- Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including shipping one or more products on large code bases that span a range of platforms and tools
- Experience collaborating across non-engineering departments to create solutions
- Experience with Golang or Java
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience developing or managing development of full-stack solutions
- Experience managing co-development or outsourcing relationships
- Experience shipping a game on Unreal Engine
- Experience with build and release pipeline management
- Experience with the pre-production, production, and post-production phases of game development
- Familiarity with modern game platforms and practices
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 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 Engineering Managers, we gain organizational alignment by building a strong engineering vision and offering creative solutions to organizational design. We also serve as mentors for a team of engineers, overseeing their performance and trying to find stretch opportunities for their growth while maintaining a focus on results.
As a Senior Manager, Software Engineering within Riot Discovery Studio, you will report to the Tech Director on an unpublished R&D product, directing internal and external teams of engineers to support product exploration, integrate, and extend critical backend technologies, and scale our technology to meet the needs of a live Riot title. You will be accountable for all technical decisions of your teams’ focus areas and help shape the product. In addition to leading the team, you will be hands-on in implementation, at least initially.
Responsibilities:
- Define the engineering strategy and technical roadmap to develop our global backend infrastructure with an understanding of our audience and product goals
- Manage and scale multiple engineering teams to support product needs through pre-production, production and post-launch
- Partner with product and delivery as they define product features and product roadmap
- Collaborate and coordinate with Riot Central technology teams to efficiently deliver world-class solutions
- Direct development and manage performance of external engineering teams in other geographies
- Collaborate in technical/architectural discussions, provide direction and drive decision-making
- Drive the planning and execution of engineering work including requirements gathering, technical discovery, technical design, and work breakdown and estimation
- Directly accountable for the technical success of the team including ownership of our systems and services operating well and in a cost-effective manner in live environments
- Identify, interview, and hire software engineers to support team and Riot hiring goals
- Support engineers with performance management, and career management and development including stretch opportunities for them to grow
- Create a culture of leadership across engineering by seeking different perspectives at all levels to solve problems and contribute ideas
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 6+ years of experience as a software engineer
- 2+ years of game development experience working in various platforms (i.e. mobile, console, PC, etc.)
- 3+ years in a leadership position, working directly on the production of a game as an Engineering Manager
- Experience leading teams through feature development (planning, execution, delivery, post-release support)
- Experience building reliable, scalable, and maintainable backend distributed systems
- Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including shipping one or more products on large code bases that span a range of platforms and tools
- Experience collaborating across non-engineering departments to create solutions
- Experience with Golang or Java
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience developing or managing development of full-stack solutions
- Experience managing co-development or outsourcing relationships
- Experience shipping a game on Unreal Engine
- Experience with build and release pipeline management
- Experience with the pre-production, production, and post-production phases of game development
- Familiarity with modern game platforms and practices
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 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a R D Engineering
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
DOL requires your degree field to directly correspond to your R&D engineering role. An Australian three-year bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering satisfies this, but a general science degree for a specialized systems role may need supporting documentation.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
R&D-heavy companies in aerospace, semiconductors, and biotech file Labor Condition Applications regularly. Prioritize employers whose job postings specify a required degree in engineering, not just a preferred one, since specialty occupation status depends on that language.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for offer-to-consulate paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, and sequencing these steps incorrectly is the most common delay.
Prepare a technical role justification letter early
Consular officers sometimes question whether an R&D role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Having your employer draft a detailed position description that maps specific engineering tasks to your degree field significantly reduces the risk of a 221(g) administrative hold.
Clarify E-3 scope before accepting contractor arrangements
R&D engineers are sometimes offered contracts through staffing agencies. The E-3 visa requires an employer-employee relationship, so confirm whether the sponsoring entity is the end client or the agency, and that the LCA reflects your actual worksite location.
Confirm your role qualifies before the 60-day clock starts
If you're changing E-3 employers mid-project, you have a 60-day grace period after your current position ends. Validate that your new R&D role meets specialty occupation criteria before resigning, since a new LCA cannot be backdated.
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Find R D Engineering JobsR D Engineering E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find R&D engineering jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search R&D engineering roles filtered by E-3 visa sponsorship. Most standard job platforms don't filter by visa type, so you'll otherwise spend hours screening employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate surfaces companies with active LCA filing history in engineering disciplines, shortcutting that research significantly.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an R&D engineering role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Most R&D engineering positions qualify because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering discipline. The key is the job posting and offer letter language: the role must theoretically and practically require that degree. Vague descriptions like 'engineering background preferred' are weaker than 'requires B.S. in electrical engineering.' Your employer's position description is the primary evidence at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for R&D engineering roles in the U.S.?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been reached, so there's no lottery and no random selection risk. H-1B selection is currently around 25% for cap-subject petitions. For Australian R&D engineers, the E-3 means you can start planning a specific job offer timeline rather than waiting on lottery results. Both visas require a qualifying specialty occupation and a Labor Condition Application, but the E-3 is processed directly at a U.S. consulate without USCIS petition approval first.
Can I change R&D employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and visa application for each employer. The E-3 is employer-specific, so your authorization is tied to the company that sponsored it. You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to secure a new position. If you're moving between R&D roles at different companies, initiate the new LCA process before your end date where possible to avoid a gap.
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