Expert Software Engineer (Database Team, Kubernetes)

Job Title:

Expert Software Engineer (Database Team, Kubernetes)

Requisition ID:

R023600

Job Description:

Your Mission

We are looking for a person with experience writing sophisticated k8 operators in Golang with an interest in learning more about Vitess & Redis. We will also consider an individual with deep knowledge of Vitess & Redis with experience with Python or Golang.

What you bring to the table

Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:    

• Develop, maintain and evolve the database platform, improve our semi-managed service model, and evolve it for cloud technologies

• Liaise with teams who run database technology, ensuring their requirements are met in a timely appropriate manner

• Drive the direction of our software and tooling architecture, taking into account our dedication to maximum reliability for players and internal customers alike

• Ensure all components are highly scalable and maintainable

• Own the features, components and tooling being built

• Contribute to and review designs and code from other team members

• Support our customer-facing teams as they roll-out new features to game-studio partners, and provide support and consultancy to our colleagues around the world

• Partner with other engineers to problem-solve with our technology, and provide an excellent customer experience

• Provide mentorship on standard processes for database tooling development and integration

Minimum Requirements

Experience

• Previous experience crafting and building tooling for use by other engineers. Can understand and explain what makes a well-designed API/tool.

• Relevant work experience, including in a high-volume or critical production service environment

• Experience writing complex k8 operators in Golang

• Experience working with container orchestration e.g. Kubernetes

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of database design, including MySQL and NoSQL databases

• A good understanding of networking protocols: TCP, HTTP, TLS, etc.

• Love to code. Excellent development skills, knowledge of multiple languages.

Key Attributes

• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

• Excellence in communicating within and across teams

• Ability to analyze requirements and make corresponding design decisions

• Large capacity for an investigative approach and keen to learn new technologies

• Ability to complete sophisticated tasks with minimal direction

Extra Points 

Experience

• Experience with game development or game engines

• Experience with continuous integration and agile methodologies

• Experience with building backend services, including skills in:

  • RESTful APIs

  • Linux & open-source technologies

  • Experience with large scale services (up to millions of concurrent users)

Your Platform

We provide our technology to other internal teams to configure and deploy their services & game titles. We are in the process of moving from a self-serve to a semi-managed model. You would be helping to evolve this model as we make more use of cloud technologies and help minimize our customers' operational overhead. You would be working with technologies such as Kubernetes, Vitess, & Redis.

Our World 

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization. 

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up. 

Ready to Activate Your Future? 

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Extended health plan, including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, for employees and their dependents, as well as disability insurance;
• RRSP with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other benefit programs like supplemental life & critical illness, legal service, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.

The standard base pay range for this role is $105,455.00 - $222,870.00 CAD. These values reflect the expected annualized base pay range of new hires in British Columbia, Canada. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.