Principal Research Scientist, Gameplay Ai - Tech Research
Riot Games
Los Angeles, USA
On-site
Machine learning for sequential decision-making
Ai for games
Playable game prototypes
Research Scientists at Riot combine deep technical expertise across machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), experimental design, and systems engineering to invent new ways players experience games
Job Summary
Research Scientists at Riot combine deep technical expertise across machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), experimental design, and systems engineering to invent new ways players experience games.
As a Principal Research Scientist in Tech Research, you will lead a small, cross-functional team focused on building AI-powered gameplay prototypes.
Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules.
Matching Summary
Research Scientists at Riot combine deep technical expertise across machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), experimental design, and systems engineering to invent new ways players experience games.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Machine learning for sequential decision-making
AI for games
Playable game prototypes
Hypothesis-driven experimentation
Real-time or interactive environments
Nice-to-have
Player empathy
Collaborative spirit
Craft expertise
Player delight
Emerging research directions
Key Requirements
MS in Computer Science or equivalent with 6+ years research experience
BS in Computer Science or equivalent with 8+ years research experience
2+ years experience in machine learning for sequential decision-making