Manager, Software Engineering, Core Services - VALORANT
Core
Lead a team of engineers to build and maintain core game services for VALORANT, a global tactical shooter, ensuring high technical quality and consistent player experience across Riot and Tencent regions.
Role type
Senior Engineering Manager (Services)
Builds
Core game services, load testing pipelines, and operational tools for a live-service game
Domain
Gaming / Cloud Infrastructure / Backend Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
C#, Java, Golang, cloud computing, large-scale backend systems, technical leadership, architecture influence, Lean/Agile processes
Preferred skills
C++, Mandarin Chinese (fluent)
Technologies
C#, Java, Golang, Cloud platforms
Responsibilities
Manage a team of 5-10 engineers, develop technical vision, advocate for players and team, ensure high technical quality, coach team growth, participate in on-call rotation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
