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At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.
Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.
Rockstar San Diego is on the lookout for a Senior Build Engineer who possesses a passion for automating processes and supporting infrastructure and tools that support the deployment of client facing software and services.
This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s new state-of-the-art game development studio in Carlsbad, CA.
WHAT WE DO
- We create connected experiences that are found across our game franchises.
- We create online services for our games, including matchmaking, cloud saves, player stats, leaderboards, and more.
- We improve existing features as well as architect new solutions to support the development of the Online Services features.
- We create innovative in-game experiences, including user-generated content.
- We build services and tools that support our consumer-facing experiences and our internal business needs.
- We create companion apps for our games, including second screen experiences on mobile, tablet and the web.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Continuous integration and deployment of internal tools and externally facing applications to multiple environments.
- Management and documentation of deployment processes and automation.
- Environment management to ensure all needs are covered for testing and development.
- Collaboration with other Rockstar technology teams across our worldwide studios.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of configuration management and engineering for web applications, ideally supporting an Agile development process.
- Experience with automated build tools such as TeamCity, Jenkins, or equivalent.
- Experience defining, implementing, or improving continuous integration and deployment workflow processes.
- Programming experience with one of the following languages: C++, C#, or Java.
- Experience using PowerShell.
SKILLS
- Scripting and automation skills with one of the following languages: PowerShell, Perl, Python, bash, Ruby, or similar.
- Possess a holistic view and deep understanding of distributed systems architecture and infrastructure.
- Knowledge of distributed systems architecture and infrastructure.
- Adept at managing software release and deployment.
- Proficient in supporting multi-platform application development shops.
- Experience with source control, preferably Perforce.
- Experience with bug-tracking software.
- Knowledge of Agile software development process (particularly Scrum).
PLUSES
Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.
- Experience with containerization technology (preferably Docker).
- Experience with branch and merge strategies.
- Knowledge of SQL.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.
Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.
If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.
The pay range for this position in San Diego at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
*San Diego Base Pay Range
$121,400—$161,800 USD
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What We Do
Want to be a part of the team responsible for creating and publishing some of the most popular and critically-acclaimed games in the world including franchises such as Grand Theft Auto, Max Payne, Red Dead, and more?
At Rockstar Games, we focus intently on quality and content to proudly produce exactly the kind of games we would want to play ourselves.
A career at Rockstar Games is about passion and commitment, to the projects and to each other, all while working on some of the most creatively rewarding and challenging projects to be found in any entertainment medium with some of the most talented people in the industry.
We offer successful candidates a highly competitive salary and compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time hires.
Rockstar Games is an equal opportunity employer.
