Christopher Kohnert
Principal Software Engineer at Riot Games | Greater Seattle Area
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Christopher Kohnert is a seasoned game developer and entrepreneur, currently serving as the Principal Product Tech Lead at Riot Games. With over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry, Christopher has a proven track record of leading indie studios to create engaging real-time games that resonate with players. His current role involves spearheading an unannounced R&D project, where he leverages his extensive expertise in server and system architecture to innovate and push the boundaries of gameplay experiences.
At Riot Games, Christopher excels in tackling complex challenges across various domains, including networking, graphics, and gameplay mechanics. His deep understanding of MMO design principles and agile methodologies allows him to efficiently guide cross-functional teams through the development process, ensuring that projects not only meet technical specifications but also align with the strategic vision of the studio. His proficiency in programming languages such as Java and C# enhances his ability to contribute to both high-level design discussions and hands-on coding efforts, making him a versatile asset to the team.
Christopher’s passion for mobile games and web applications drives his commitment to exploring new platforms and technologies that can elevate player engagement. His focus on creating robust tools and systems ensures that development processes are streamlined and that the final products are not only visually stunning but also deliver seamless gameplay. As he continues to navigate the evolving landscape of game development at Riot Games, Christopher remains dedicated to fostering innovation and supporting the long-term viability of the studio, all while inspiring the next generation of game developers.
Principal Software Engineer at Riot Games in June 2023 to Present
Xbox Game Studios Central Tools/Services Engineering Lead at Microsoft in December 2019 to May 2023
President, Founder at Errant Phase in August 2016 to November 2019
CTO at Harebrained Schemes in May 2011 to July 2016
President, Founder at Ponder Bot in October 2010 to October 2011
Lead Architect, Founder at Sparkplay Media in September 2006 to August 2010
CTO at Iron Realms Entertainment in January 2001 to December 2006
Engineer at Iron Realms Entertainment in December 1997 to December 2000
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Project Management
Distributed Systems
Server Architecture
Management
Technical Vision
Analytics
Technical Leadership
Business Initiatives
Optimization
System Architecture
IT Strategy
Communication
Leadership
Game Development
Game Design
MMO
Agile Methodologies
Java
Casual Games
C++
Online Gaming
Computer Games
Video Games
Mobile Games
Gameplay
Web Applications
User Interface
Software Development
User Interface Design
Unity3D
Computer Graphics
Networking
Linux
C#
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Email Christopher Kohnert at [email protected]. This email is the most updated Christopher Kohnert email found in 2026.
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Christopher Kohnert phone number is +14252838954.
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To contact Christopher Kohnert send an email to [email protected]. If you want to call Christopher Kohnert try calling on +14252838954. (updated on September 13, 2024)
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Christopher Kohnert works for Riot Games
What is Christopher Kohnert's role at Riot Games?
Christopher Kohnert is Principal Software Engineer
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