Software Engineering Intern

A leading video game developer and publisher known for games like League of Legends, VALORANT, and Team Fight Tactics.
$65,000
Backend
Software Engineering Intern
Hybrid
Gaming

Description For Software Engineering Intern

Riot Games is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join their development team in Sydney, Australia. This is an exciting opportunity to work with one of the world's leading game development companies, known for titles like League of Legends, VALORANT, and Team Fight Tactics.

As an intern, you'll be immersed in real-world game development, working alongside experienced engineers to build and maintain features that impact millions of players globally. The role offers exposure to both game engineering and backend services development, making it an excellent opportunity for aspiring software engineers interested in the gaming industry.

The position involves hands-on work with C++ and various game development technologies. You'll contribute to different aspects of game development, from core engine features to backend services that power social and platform capabilities. The role provides a unique blend of technical challenges, from optimizing game performance to scaling services for a massive player base.

The internship is structured as a 16-week program with a hybrid working model (4 days in office, 1 day remote), offering a competitive salary of AUD $65,000 (prorated). Benefits include daily meals, access to company events, and paid time off, making it an attractive opportunity for students looking to kickstart their career in game development.

Riot Games values diversity and inclusion, fostering a collaborative culture guided by their Summoner's Code and Community Code. The company is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive and contribute to creating exceptional gaming experiences.

This internship is perfect for students with strong programming fundamentals, particularly in C++, and a passion for game development. You'll gain invaluable experience working on some of the world's most popular games while learning from industry professionals in a supportive environment.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineering Intern

  • Collaborate with developers to create features for Central Tech, League of Legends, Team Fight Tactics, or VALORANT
  • Build back-end services for shared social, client and platform features
  • Build and support engine and gameplay features
  • Build tools and automation to empower developers
  • Operate services on a global scale for millions of players
  • Build and maintain SDKs and APIs for internal game customers

Requirements For Software Engineering Intern

  • Available to work full-time with a hybrid model 4 days a week in Sydney office and 1 day from home
  • Available to work full-time hours for the 16-week internship duration
  • Eligible to work in Australia full-time
  • Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
  • C++ knowledge and/or experience

Benefits For Software Engineering Intern

  • Paid internship with superannuation
  • Daily lunch, snacks and fruits provided in the office
  • Access to company events
  • Paid time off

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