Senior Software Engineer, Gameplay Systems & Animation - Unpublished R&D Product

Riot Games
📍 Los Angeles, California, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 02, 2026

Job Description

Responsibilities:


  • Design, prototype, and implement robust, scalable gameplay and animation systems, evolving underlying systems to improve reuse, polish, maintainability, and performance.

  • Contribute to locomotion, movement feel, and animation-driven gameplay systems across multiple gameplay domains.

  • Partner closely with animators and technical artists to improve workflows, clarify handoff points, and enable efficient content production.

  • Identify technical risks in animation and gameplay systems and collaborate with technical leaders to implement sustainable architectural solutions.

  • Contribute to adjacent gameplay domains such as combat systems, camera, VFX integration, or other core gameplay systems as needed.

  • Mentor peers across disciplines by sharing insights on animation systems, gameplay feel, and technical problem-solving.
  • Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years o...
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    Job Details

    • Location Los Angeles, California
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Computer Occupations
    • Posted Date July 02, 2026
    • Application Deadline August 11, 2026