Shengjie Ji
About Shengjie Ji
Shengjie Ji is a Senior Data Engineer at Riot Games, specializing in VALORANT, where he contributes to various game features including the in-game store and smurf detection systems. He has a diverse background in data engineering and analysis, with previous roles at notable companies such as Financial Times and Bank of China.
Work at Riot Games
Shengjie Ji currently serves as a Senior Data Engineer for VALORANT at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is involved in critical projects that enhance the gaming experience. He contributes to the development and maintenance of the in-game store, ensuring seamless transactions and user experience. Additionally, he has played a significant role in creating smurf detection systems to uphold game integrity by identifying and mitigating unfair gameplay practices. His work also includes contributing to the Premier feature, a competitive mode designed to provide players with a structured tournament experience.
Education and Expertise
Shengjie Ji has a strong educational background in economics and computer science. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from New York University, completing his studies from 2012 to 2017. He furthered his education at the New York Institute of Technology, where he studied Computer Science and achieved a Master of Science (M.S.) degree from 2017 to 2023. Additionally, he completed a Front End Development program at Udacity, achieving the Mobile Web Specialist certification in 2018.
Background
Shengjie Ji has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in data engineering and analysis. He began his career as a Data Analyst Intern at Lundbeck in 2015 in Beijing, China. He then worked as an Oracle Database Administrator at Baruch College from 2017 to 2018 in New York. Following this, he held positions at the Bank of China and HC2 Holdings Inc as a Data Engineer. He also worked as a Data Operations Engineer at the Financial Times from 2019 to 2021, prior to joining Riot Games.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Shengjie Ji has contributed to several key projects that enhance gaming experiences and operational efficiency. Notably, he has worked on the challenge progression system for League of Legends, which focuses on player engagement and retention. His involvement in developing smurf detection systems for VALORANT reflects his commitment to maintaining fair play within the gaming community. These contributions highlight his expertise in data engineering and his impact on game development.