🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead modeling strategy for an unpublished R&D product at Riot Games, establishing architecture patterns and setting standards for AI/ML solutions. Your work will shape how the team approaches applied ML in game development, directly impacting player-facing experiences. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge AI in a creative, player-focused environment.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Discover and conceptualize AI-powered workflow enhancements with cross-functional teams
• Establish AI/ML architecture patterns and design high-complexity solutions
• Refine modeling, feature invention, and multi-model system design
• Mentor engineers and elevate team expertise in advanced AI/ML methods

📋 Requirements

• 6+ years delivering ML systems in production
• 3+ years in applied modeling or ML research roles
• Proficiency in C++
• Bachelor's degree or higher in CS, ML, Statistics, or related field

✨ Nice to Have

• Background in reinforcement learning, generative models, or simulation-based training
• Familiarity with ML platform components (model serving, feature stores)
• Experience with AAA game engines (e.g., Unreal)

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 🏖️ Open PTO and flexible work schedules
• 🏥 Medical, dental, and life insurance
• 👶 Parental leave for you and your family
• 💰 401k with company match
• 📈 Incentive compensation and equity

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Screen· 30 min
2. 2Technical Phone Interview· 60 min
3. 3Onsite Technical Interviews· 4 hours