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:
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.
Founded in 1979, Activision continues to disrupt the world of entertainment with its extensive roster of epic blockbuster games -- Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™, Bungie’s Destiny and Call of Duty.®
As the leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products on consoles, mobile and PC, our “press start” is simple: delight players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.
Activision is headquartered in Santa Monica, and publishes globally in markets including U.S., Canada, Brazil, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Poland, Sweden, Spain, Denmark, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, mainland China, Hong Kong and the region of Taiwan.
At Activision, we strive to connect and engage our global player community through entertainment. Our success comes from the passionate, talented and diverse team of people behind our world-class franchises. Ensuring Activision is an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive will help us deliver a new era of epic entertainment for our players.