Join Riot Games as a Staff Data Engineer

Riot Games, a leader in interactive entertainment, is looking for a seasoned Staff Data Engineer to join our League Data Central team. In this key role, you'll leverage massive datasets and cutting-edge technology to enhance the gaming experiences for millions of players of League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics globally.

About the Role

As a Staff Data Engineer, you'll craft and oversee sophisticated data architectures that support real-time data processing, advanced analytics, and machine learning models. This position involves leading projects across various domains, from enhancing player-facing features with AI to improving game design and strategic decision-making through data-focused solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable architectures for real-time analytics and machine learning.
• Develop and enhance complex data models and ETL processes to handle diverse and large-scale datasets efficiently.
• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor data-driven solutions, ensuring performance optimization within our game development framework.
• Promote data governance, quality, and security initiatives to uphold data integrity across platforms.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and advocate for their adoption to enhance our data capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 years of experience in developing scalable data platforms using technologies like Spark, SQL, and Airflow.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Java.
• Demonstrated collaboration with product and engineering teams to foster data-centric innovations.
• Extensive knowledge in cloud computing solutions across AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure platforms.
• Proven leadership in managing engineering teams and steering project directions.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with data processing technologies like Hive, Flink, Kafka, and ElasticSearch.
• Experience utilizing Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Ansible for infrastructure management.

Why Choose Riot Games?

At Riot Games, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where the diversity of our staff is valued as much as the games we make. We offer competitive perks like a comprehensive health package, generous parental leave, flexible work schedules, and a culture grounded in teamwork and respect.

Embark on Your Journey

Are you passionate about leveraging your skills in data engineering to impact millions of gamers worldwide? Do you thrive in collaborative, innovative environments where your work directly contributes to the player experience? If so, apply to be a part of our dynamic team at Riot Games, and help us continue to enhance the beloved League of Legends franchise.

Position: Staff Data Engineer - League of Legends, Data
Company: Riot Games, Inc.

Apply Now

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a community of passionate professionals at one of the most respected companies in gaming.