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Ceasars Entertainment

Software Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Our technology supports features such as same-game and same-race parlays, cross-event betting, and ... Golang programming * Agile management tools (Asana) * GraphQL * GRPC * Kubernetes * NoSQL Databases ...

Caesars Entertainment

Software Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Our technology supports features such as same-game and same-race parlays, cross-event betting, and ... Golang programming * Agile management tools (Asana) * GraphQL * GRPC * Kubernetes * NoSQL Databases ...

Ceasars Entertainment

Software Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Our technology supports features such as same-game and same-race parlays, cross-event betting, and ... Golang programming * Agile management tools (Asana) * GraphQL * GRPC * Kubernetes * NoSQL Databases ...

NCCI

Software Developer

Boca Raton, FL · Hybrid

... Golang, C#, Java) Thorough knowledge of web technologies and standards (JavaScript, CSS, HTML5 ... shop, game room, fitness center, and employee activities and sports leagues to participate in ...

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How much do golang game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for golang game developer in the United States is $108,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Golang game developer?

A Golang Game Developer is a software engineer who specializes in creating video games using the Go programming language, commonly known as Golang. They design, build, and maintain game logic, mechanics, and systems, often focusing on performance and scalability. Golang is valued in game development for its simplicity, efficient concurrency support, and fast execution, making it suitable for server-side game logic, multiplayer backends, or even some game engines. These developers may work on various platforms, including desktop, mobile, and web-based games.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Golang game developer?

To thrive as a Golang Game Developer, you need strong proficiency in Go programming, computer science fundamentals, and experience with game development concepts such as graphics rendering and real-time networking. Familiarity with relevant game engines (like Ebiten or Raylib), version control systems (such as Git), and potentially cloud platforms or DevOps tools is typically required. Creativity, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills for navigating complex game features and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure the development of efficient, engaging, and scalable games that meet both technical and creative goals.

How does a Golang game developer typically collaborate with other team members during the development process?

As a Golang Game Developer, you will often work closely with designers, artists, and other programmers to bring game features to life. Collaboration usually involves participating in regular stand-up meetings, code reviews, and sprint planning sessions to ensure everyone is aligned on project goals and timelines. Effective communication is essential, as you may need to integrate your backend code with assets created by designers or optimize server performance based on feedback from QA testers. Using tools like version control systems (e.g., Git) and project management platforms helps facilitate smooth collaboration and keeps the project on track.

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Manager, Software Engineering, Core Services - VALORANT

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Riot Games
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Lead a team of engineers responsible for developing and improving core game services for VALORANT.

  • Drive the development of new services, enhance existing services, and improve tools and pipelines for service operation.

  • Collaborate with technical teams in Tencent to improve service delivery and operations across regions.

Job description

Riot engineers bring deep knowledge of specific technical areas but also value the opportunity to work in many broader domains. As an Engineering Manager, you will gain organizational alignment by building a strong engineering vision and offering creative solutions to organizational design. You'll also serve as a mentor for a team of engineers, overseeing performance management, growth opportunities, and accountability.
VALORANT is Riot's take on a character-based tactical shooter (for more info on VALORANT click here !). As a Manager, Software Engineering (Services) in VALORANT's Core Services team, you will lead a team of engineers responsible for the core game services that power VALORANT, a global live-service game with millions of daily active Players. You will lead development of new services, drive evergreen improvements to existing services, improve standards and frameworks to improve services development across VALORANT, and improve the tools and pipelines used to load test, ship, and operate those services. You will work closely with technical teams in Tencent to improve services delivery and operations in China, closing divergences in developer experience and platform behavior between Tencent and Riot regions. You will report to the Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Platform Engineering) for the VALORANT Foundations area.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage a team of 5-10 Software Engineers across experience levels.
  • Ensure VALORANT Players receive a consistently great services experience in Riot and Tencent regions.
  • Serve as a hands-on engineering leader, comfortable contributing across all phases of the product lifecycle, including implementation.
  • Develop a technical vision for your team, working with production and product partners to ensure consistency with overall product goals. Communicate this vision to your team clearly.
  • Advocate for Players, your team, and internal development customers when deciding what to build and why. Coordinate with other teams across Riot and Tencent working on Services technology.
  • Ensure high technical quality of what your team produces. Establish mechanisms to ensure your engineers have room to invent while maintaining a technical backstop for them.
  • Foster a collaborative, challenging, and satisfying environment for your development team. Find and surface issues, opportunities, and address them head-on. Celebrate wins.
  • Coach and develop your engineering team to grow in their roles, develop technical skills, and improve their effectiveness.
  • Champion and model Riot's values, setting the tone for your team and peers.
  • Participate in your team's on-call rotation.

Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years professional experience as a software engineer working in services development roles.
  • 2+ years experience directly leading an engineering team as an Engineering Manager.
  • Professional experience driving technical direction and influencing architecture within a team.
  • Expertise with C#, Java, Golang, or similar language(s).
  • Professional experience with Lean or Agile development processes (Scrum, Kanban, etc).
  • Professional experience working with cloud computing and cloud technologies.
  • Professional experience building large-scale external customer-facing backend systems, game services, or cloud platforms.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Fluent in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese and English; comfortable communicating technically in both languages.
  • Professional or academic experience working with C++.

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about the experiences of players, this could be the role for you!
Our Perks:
Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.
At Riot Games, we put players first . That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether you're working directly on a new player-facing experience or you're supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, we're better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we're looking forward to your application.
It's our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.
Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:
  • Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data
  • Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
  • Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
  • Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.
  • (Los Angeles Only) Base salary range between $192,500.00 - $269,400.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.
  • (Mercer Island only) Base salary range between $192,500.00 - $269,400.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.
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About Riot Games

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Riot Games was founded in 2006 by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill with the intent to change the way video games are made and supported for players. In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to worldwide acclaim. The game has since gone on to become the most played PC game in the world and a key driver of the explosive growth of esports. Players are the foundation of our community and it's for them we continue to evolve and improve the League of Legends experience.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2006

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