Staff Software Engineer

3 Hours ago • All levels • $111,780 PA - $206,882 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Staff Software Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing a highly scalable Publisher Ads & Monetization platform that handles billions of requests per day. They will collaborate with architects and other engineers to craft backend systems, work with product and peer engineering teams, and collaborate with DevOps engineers. The role involves mentoring junior engineers and requires a genuine curiosity about improving processes and exploring new technologies. The team is experimental, sociable, and passionate about creating the best player experience.
Must have:
  • Demonstrated ability leading high-performing services in Java
  • Experience with NoSQL systems like Bigtable and Elastic
  • Expert knowledge in Java, JMeter and performance engineering
  • Excellent interpersonal skills in a collaborative team environment
Good to have:
  • Experience in AdTech platforms such as ad serving
  • Experience with cloud-based environments like GCP or AWS
  • Knowledge and experience in CI/CD and test automation
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Mental health and wellbeing programs

Job Details

Job Title:

Staff Software Engineer - Activision Blizzard Media

Requisition ID:

R024355

Job Description:

About Activision Blizzard Media

Activision Blizzard Media is the gateway for brands to the #1 cross-platform gaming company in the Western world, with hundreds of millions of players across over 190 countries. Our legendary portfolio includes iconic mobile game franchises such as Candy Crush™, esports opportunities like the Call of Duty® and Overwatch® Leagues, and some of the top PC and console gaming franchises such as World of Warcraft®, Call of Duty®, and StarCraft®.

The idea is simple: great game experiences offer great marketing experiences.

We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer in our Ads Engineering team, empowering groundbreaking mobile advertising technologies to create the next generation of our Publisher Ads Platform.

Your role within the Kingdom

Do you want to build amazing, high-scale backend systems for Advertising using the latest technologies? Are you an excellent communicator who enjoys working with people from several different business units? Can you translate business needs into technical requirements and implementation?

If you answered yes, then our Staff Software Engineer role on our ads engineering team may be the right role for you!

We are an impactful team of problem solvers who continually review how and why we do things and learn from one another. We are experimental, trying out new tech and ideas, and willing to do things differently to drive the entire industry forward. We are sociable and fun, and we like to hang out together. We are passionate, some might even say quirky, and while we love what we do, our lives are about more than work. We love games and are obsessed with creating the best player experience!
 

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop a highly scalable, available, and reliable Publisher Ads & Monetization platform that handles billions of requests per day

  • Work with architects and other engineers to craft and architect backend systems

  • Collaborate with product and peer engineering teams on multi-functional projects

  • Work with DevOps engineers to ensure operational excellence

  • Genuine curiosity about working with and mentoring junior engineers

Knowledge & Skills

  • Demonstrated ability leading the development of highly performing services in Java

  • Experience with AdTech platforms, such as ad serving and demand-side platforms, is preferred.

  • Experience with NoSQL systems, e.g., Bigtable, Elastic

  • Expert knowledge in Java, JMeter, and performance engineering

  • Experience working in Multithreading, Asynchronous processing

  • Experience in designing overall architecture of end-to-end solutions

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a consistent record of working in a collaborative team environment

  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field of study, or equivalent practical experience.

Key Attributes

  • Experience working in a cloud-based environment with Google Cloud Platform or AWS

  • Knowledge and experience in CI/CD, test automation, Jenkins, Gradle, and related technologies

  • Experience with open source technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, Google BigQuery

  • Passionate about usability, maintainability, and quality, building for the long term

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:

  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, 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.  You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $111,780.00 - $206,882.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

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About The Company

Activision Blizzard, Inc. is the world’s largest interactive entertainment company, with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Skylanders®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™, and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

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