Manager, Software Engineering (Tools & Frameworks) - Developer Connections
Riot Games · Mercer Island, WA
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- Full-time
- $180,000 / year
- Mercer Island, WA
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Job highlights
- Lead a software engineering team at Riot Games.
- Develop core frameworks and developer tools.
- Manage Go and Java technologies.
- Focus on developer experience and automation.
- Mentor engineers and define team roadmap.
About the role
About the Role
Riot Games is seeking a Manager, Software Engineering for their Developer Connections (DevCon) team. This role focuses on accelerating the developer experience by leading the evolution of Go and Java frameworks, managing a Slackbot Platform for AI-powered customer support, and overseeing tools that reduce operational overhead and automate the game development 'inner loop'. The goal is to enable Riot engineers to focus on building games by providing essential core building blocks and a cohesive experience across global teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead and Mentor: Manage a team of engineers, guiding career growth, performing code reviews, and fostering technical excellence and psychological safety.
- Own the Roadmap: Define the vision for internal frameworks and automation tools, ensuring they meet customer needs and remain compliant.
- Drive Operational Excellence: Ensure team offerings are highly available and supported, maintaining high standards for documentation and developer self-service.
- Technical Stewardship: Contribute to architectural discussions, ensuring seamless integration of frameworks with other core Riot technologies.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of software engineering experience (backend services, frameworks, or developer tooling).
- 1+ years of experience as a people manager in an agile environment.
- Professional proficiency in Go or Java.
- Experience building and maintaining shared libraries or platforms for large engineering organizations.
- A 'product mindset' for internal tools, valuing developer ergonomics and documentation.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with AI/LLM integrations or building conversational interfaces (Slack/Discord platforms).
- Familiarity with containerization and microservices orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Experience with CI/CD automation and static analysis tools.
About the Team (Developer Connections)
Developer Connections (DevCon) connects developers globally, enabling them to create and ship games reliably and efficiently. They are at the intersection of Game Studios, R&D, and Central Tech, aiming to unblock teams and help them hit essential milestones for launching features and future games.
Perks and Benefits
Riot Games offers a strong work/life balance with an open paid time off policy, flexible work schedules, medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave, and a 401k with company match.
Company Culture & Mission
Riot Games prioritizes players and their mission to create amazing experiences. They foster collaborative teams where unique perspectives are valued, and everyone contributes to the mission. They are committed to equal employment opportunity and making reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Key skills/competency
- Software Engineering Manager
- Tools and Frameworks
- Go
- Java
- Developer Experience
- Agile Environment
- People Management
- Roadmap Definition
- Operational Excellence
- Technical Stewardship
Skills & topics
- Software Engineering Manager
- Tools and Frameworks
- Go
- Java
- Developer Experience
- Backend Services
- People Management
- Agile
- Riot Games
- Tech Lead
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 7+ years of software engineering experience, 1+ year of people management, and proficiency in Go or Java, emphasizing backend services and developer tooling.
- Showcase your product mindset: Emphasize your experience building shared libraries/platforms and your understanding of developer ergonomics and documentation.
- Demonstrate leadership skills: Prepare examples of mentoring engineers, fostering psychological safety, and driving operational excellence in an agile setting.
- Address desired qualifications: If applicable, include experience with AI/LLMs, Kubernetes, or CI/CD automation to stand out.
- Research Riot's culture: Understand their player-first mission and collaborative environment to align your application and interview responses.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus for the Manager, Software Engineering (Tools & Frameworks) role at Riot Games?
- The primary focus is to accelerate the developer experience at Riot Games by leading the evolution of Go and Java frameworks, managing a Slackbot Platform, and overseeing tools that reduce operational overhead and automate the game development 'inner loop'.
- What programming languages are essential for the Manager, Software Engineering role at Riot Games?
- Professional proficiency in Go or Java is required for this Manager, Software Engineering role at Riot Games.
- What kind of leadership experience is Riot Games looking for in this Manager, Software Engineering position?
- Riot Games is looking for at least 1 year of experience as a people manager, leading engineering teams in an agile environment. This includes mentoring, performance management, and fostering growth opportunities.
- Does Riot Games require candidates to be avid gamers for the Manager, Software Engineering role?
- No, being a dedicated fan of games is not necessary for this position. Riot Games values craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes their fellow Rioters.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Manager, Software Engineering on the DevCon team?
- Key responsibilities include leading and mentoring engineers, defining the roadmap for internal frameworks and tools, driving operational excellence for team offerings, and providing technical stewardship for framework integration.
- What desirable qualifications would make a candidate for the Manager, Software Engineering role at Riot Games stand out?
- Desirable qualifications include experience with AI/LLM integrations or building conversational interfaces, familiarity with Kubernetes, and experience with CI/CD automation and static analysis tools.
- How does Riot Games support work-life balance for its employees, including this Manager, Software Engineering position?
- Riot Games supports work-life balance through an open paid time off policy, flexible work schedules, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave, and a 401k with company match.
- What is the typical tenure expected for software engineering experience in this Manager role at Riot Games?
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