Riot Games (Riot Games) is hiring!


Job description:

* Take ownership of our multiple web properties
* Architect, design and implement web-based, software solutions
* Work closely with the Community and Live Operations team to drive the implementation of new features, facilitate communication and foster shared understanding
* Drive major decisions of web software architecture and functionality
* Perform code and design reviews
* Work closely with QA and other organizations in the company to educate staff and evaluate feature requirements and functionality
* Mentor peers and contribute to team learning

Requirements

* Expert-level knowledge of a major server-side web-programming language including but not limited to PHP, Python, Ruby etc…
* Veteran experience in developing web applications with cross-browser compatibility
* Solid object-oriented design and implementation skills
* Knowledge of relational database concepts and practices
* Familiarity with enterprise technologies, including web services, message-oriented middleware and security
* Experience with n-tier and service-oriented architectures
* Experience with various forms of testing practices, including regression, acceptance, functional, and load testing
* Comfortable with both Linux and Windows development environments
* Experience with agile methodologies, most notably Scrum and XP
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Positive team-oriented attitude
* Has a strong interest in, and knowledge of the game industry
* Must be legally authorized or able to obtain legal authorization to work in the US

Desired

* Experience with multiple programming languages a plus
* Team leadership/management skills a plus
* Experience with XSLT, jQuery, PHP

If you are a top-notch enterprise software engineer who wants the opportunity to innovate with a creative and talented team and have a positive, “can do” attitude, we want to hear from you!
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to jmccaffrey AT riotgames DOT com.