Novy Dhillon
About Novy Dhillon
Novy Dhillon is a Senior Engineering Manager at Riot Games, with a robust career in software engineering and technical leadership spanning over two decades. He has held various positions at notable companies such as Electronic Arts and LBC Studios, and he emphasizes mentoring and team development in his current role.
Work at Riot Games
Novy Dhillon has been serving as a Senior Engineering Manager at Riot Games since 2019. In this role, he focuses on defining multi-year strategies and identifying tactical solutions that align with the company's strategic goals. His leadership is characterized by mentoring engineers to reach their full potential and building high-performing teams that adhere to best practices.
Previous Experience in the Gaming Industry
Prior to joining Riot Games, Novy Dhillon worked at LBC Studios as a Studio Technical Director from 2018 to 2019. He also spent nine years at Electronic Arts (EA) in various software engineering roles, including Software Engineer 3 and Software Engineer (Co-op). Additionally, he worked as a GUI Programmer at ZymeWorks Inc. and as a Technical Artist at Radical Entertainment, contributing to his extensive experience in the gaming industry.
Educational Background
Novy Dhillon has a solid educational foundation in engineering and computer graphics. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from the University of Victoria, studying from 2004 to 2009. Earlier, he completed a Certificate in 3D Animation and Special Effects at Digipen Computer Graphics / Vancouver Film School from 1995 to 1997. He also participated in the Engineering University Transfer Program at Kwantlen University College from 2003 to 2004.
Mentorship and Leadership Skills
In his professional journey, Novy Dhillon has emphasized the importance of mentorship and leadership. He aims to continue growing as a technical team leader and problem solver. His approach includes building best-in-class teams and fostering an environment where engineers can thrive and develop their skills.