Software Engineer (Internship) Interview Experience - Los Angeles, California
Process
Interview Process:
- Call with HR lead
- Call with Engineering Manager (cultural fit)
- Call with Engineers (tech)
- Onsites (1 tech, 1 process/product, 1 leadership and collaboration)
- Offer
A huge emphasis was placed on collaboration, leadership, and cultural values. The tech interviews were fairly easy, although deep-dives onto all sorts of subjects were conducted to test your breadth. All interviews were 2-on-1, except for the initial HR screen. Afterwards, the recruiter will reach out to explain offer details and expectations.
There was always super clear communication on what to expect for next steps, and pretty fast feedback. The process was enjoyable overall.
Questions
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 7 interview experiences for the Riot Games Software Engineer (Internship) role in Los Angeles, California.
Success Rate
Riot Games's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles in Los Angeles, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
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Riot Games Work Experiences
- 5.0Great Benefits, No ConsAssociate Software Engineer • Former EmployeeLos Angeles, California, United StatesMay 20, 2024Pros: Very nice work environment, lots of benefits.Cons: Not much cons at Riot Games.
- 1.0It's a Narrative and PIP Factory NowSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLos Angeles, California, United StatesMay 25, 2025Pros: You can still work fully remote.Cons: PIP abused. The manager uses "alignment" to cheat employees in order to quickly terminate by PIP. If you think merit will get you promoted, this place is not for you. Promotions here are reserved for those who perform loyalty, fabricate optics, and obey authority. If you write code, you're a tool. If you write the script, you're leadership. External branding: freedom, player-first, engineering-led. Internal reality: factions, performance art, political maneuvering. You think you’re building systems — but really, you’re just constructing someone else’s promotion stage. Engineers, Avoid Unless You Want to Learn How to Get Your Credit Stolen. Everyone Says 'Player First' but No One Really Means It. Heaven for Performers, Hell for Engineers.
- 5.0Best so farGame Developer • Current EmployeeLos Angeles, California, United StatesMay 5, 2023Pros: Best in the gaming industry and one of the pleasant experiences.Cons: No cons, as there are none.
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