Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack | Activision Blizzard Media

Your Role Within the Kingdom

We are seeking a Staff Full Stack Software Engineer to join our Ads Engineering team. You will drive the next generation of our Ads Platform, designing and delivering scalable solutions across both frontend and backend systems.

This is an opportunity to have end-to-end ownership of product features and contribute to a platform that serves hundreds of millions of players globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy full-stack features from concept to production.
• Translate product requirements into technical specifications, architectural decisions, and high-quality implementations.
• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and observability via monitoring and alerting solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, data scientists, and other engineers.
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and team retrospectives.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills to Create Thrills

• Experience in backend development.
• Strong Java and SQL backend expertise, with a track record of building reliable and scalable APIs and services.
• Proven experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React and/or Angular.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and core JavaScript/TypeScript (ES7+).
• Experience in designing cohesive full-stack architectures that integrate frontend and backend systems seamlessly.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, Gradle, or similar.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and related infrastructure components.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Java 8+ features and ecosystem.
• Experience with CSS preprocessors such as SASS, LESS, or CSS Modules.
• Background in test-driven development and working in UNIX-based environments.
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Understanding of web protocols, application servers, and web server configurations.
• Passion for performance optimization, maintainability, and long-term scalability.

You Will Thrive Here If You...

• See software through a user-focused lens and advocate for great user experiences.
• Enjoy solving complex problems and are willing to experiment and take smart risks.
• Are an excellent communicator who thrives in cross-functional, collaborative teams.
• Keep up with evolving technologies and enjoy learning in fast-paced environments.
• Are energized by mentoring, sharing knowledge, and helping others grow.

Culture & Impact

At Activision Blizzard Media, we value creativity, curiosity, and courage. While we are passionate about the work we do, we also respect life beyond the screen. We celebrate games, foster inclusivity, and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women, veterans, and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

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.

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.

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.

A Great Saga Needs All Sorts of Heroes

King strives to be a place where everyone can be their most authentic self. We recognize that diversity, equity and inclusion is a vital and continuous conversation, and that change only happens when we all come together. It’s our mission to build a diverse and inclusive Kingdom for our people, players, and community.

Making the World Playful

Making the World Playful is our mission – it’s the thread that connects our people, our players, and our passion for our games. Let’s face it, who doesn’t love a bit of fun?

Kingsters are seriously playful: creative thinkers who balance art and science to bring moments of magic to millions daily. But our players aren’t the only ones that can level-up. We’re always looking for ways to champion each other and make what’s already great, even better.

So, if this feels like a fun way to spend your days, and you share our passion, our values, and our hunger to shape the future, join us in Making the World Playful.

Applications needs to be in English.