Principal Software Engineer - Content Access Platform
Riot GamesLos Angeles, California, United States
Posted September 2, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Riot Games, founded in 2006 by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill, is a leading video game developer and publisher headquartered in Los Angeles. Renowned for titles like League of Legends and VALORANT, Riot focuses on evolving the gaming community through Esports and expanding into entertainment. With a commitment to player-centric development and a strong corporate culture, Riot has been recognized as one of the best workplaces globally. The company is known for its innovative approach to game development and dedication to fostering a supportive community.
Job Description
Riot Engineers are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join the Content Access Platform (CAP) team. The role involves designing, building, and operating large-scale back-end services that power Riot's games worldwide. This involves collaborating with internal teams, leading technical strategy, mentoring teams, and contributing to platform growth. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader, tech-focused, and dedicated to player-first service delivery.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 10+ years of hands-on software development experience, with a focus on back end services
- Experience as a technical leader setting technical vision and building alignment with senior engineering leaders
- Experience developing large-scale, performant, distributed solutions on cloud infrastructure
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- 401k with company match
- Flexible work schedules