Senior Software Engineer - Valorant - Release Engineering
Riot GamesSydney, New South Wales, Australia
Posted September 16, 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 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Release Engineering team focused on VALORANT. This role will focus on maintaining and improving the release pipeline to deliver VALORANT to players, driving technical processes for automation and longevity, and mentoring junior developers. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of game engines and collaboration skills.
Requirements
- 4+ years experience in professional software development
- Experience developing and maintaining live service products
- Expertise in maintaining and improving orchestration pipelines (Jenkins, Horde or similar)
- Ability to write clear, maintainable code and communicate technical concepts
- Professional or hobby experience working with Unreal Engine