Jared Thomson

Jared Thomson is a Principal Software Engineer at Riot Games since March 2024, focusing on game engine development for League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics. Previously, Jared served as a Senior Lead Software Engineer at Microsoft from December 2019 to February 2024, where responsibilities included leading technology sharing and security teams for Fable, Forza Motorsport, and Forza Horizon 5. Earlier experience includes roles as a Technical Director at Snowed In Studios Inc., where work spanned multiple AAA titles, and as a Generalist Programmer at Ubisoft, contributing to projects like For Honor and Watch Dogs. Jared's career began with positions in programming and engineering across various companies, including Magmic, QNX Software Systems, and Algonquin College, where foundational skills in game development were established. Education includes a Bachelor of Science from Pace University and an Ontario Advanced Diploma in Game Development from Algonquin College.