Bazel Senior Build Engineer (Project Based)
Job Summary
Job Description
Amber seeks a Senior Build Systems Engineer (Bazel/C++/Python) to lead the migration of a critical product's build system from CMake/Python to Bazel. This role demands collaboration with developers to implement a robust Bazel system, ensuring minimal disruption during the transition. Responsibilities include optimizing build performance, managing dependencies, mentoring the team on Bazel best practices, troubleshooting build issues, and documenting the migration process. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of experience in build systems engineering with strong Bazel expertise and proficiency in C++ and Python. Experience with CMake migrations and CI/CD is essential.
Must have:
- 5+ years experience in build systems engineering
- Strong Bazel expertise and migration experience
- Proficiency in C++ and Python
- Experience with CMake and legacy build system migrations
- CI/CD pipeline, automation, and dependency management knowledge
Good to have:
- Experience with large-scale build system migrations
- Mentoring experience with Bazel best practices
- Automated Test framework experience
- Docker/Kubernetes experience
- Terraform experience
Perks:
- Competitive project-based compensation
- Opportunity to work on exciting projects
- Clear communication and support
- Flexible project timelines
- Potential for long-term collaboration
- Transparent work evaluation
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Job Details
About us
At Amber, we're always on the hunt for the most talented individuals in the industry to join our team. We're dedicated to delivering top-notch service to our customers and know that our employees are key to making that happen. We offer attractive compensation packages and plenty of chances to grow with us, and we're always on the lookout for ways to do things better. Our team works together towards common goals, and we value each member's contributions to our mission of continuous improvement and innovation.
About the role
We are looking for a Senior Build Systems Engineer (Bazel/C++/Python) to help us migrate a build system from CMake/Python to Bazel. You will work closely with the team to ensure a smooth transition, optimize build performance, and resolve dependency issues.
The Quest:
- Collaborate with developers to define and implement a robust Bazel build system.
- Ensure migration of a critical product from CMake/Python to Bazel, with minimal disruption.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to the team, sharing best practices for Bazel adoption.
- Optimize build performance, reducing build times and improving CI/CD workflows.
- Manage dependencies with legacy C++ and Python workflows.
- Actively participate in sprint planning meetings, ensuring alignment on task specifications.
- Constantly communicate with your teammates to flag and alleviate risks.
- Troubleshoot and resolve build-related challenges, ensuring system stability.
- Document build system architecture, best practices, and migration steps.
The Skills:
- 5+ years of experience in build systems engineering.
- Strong expertise in Bazel and prior experience migrating projects to it.
- Proficiency in C++ and Python with a deep understanding of build processes.
- Experience with CMake and legacy build system migrations.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automation, and dependency management.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a cross-functional team.
Nice to have:
- Experience working on large-scale, high-impact build system migrations.
- Previous experience mentoring teams on Bazel best practices.
- Experience using Automated Test framework.
- Experience with container management tools like Docker or Kubernetes.
- Experience with infrastructure automation tools like Terraform.
The Reward:
- Competitive project-based compensation.
- Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse projects
- Clear communication and support throughout the project duration.
- Flexibility in project timelines and deadlines.
- Potential for long-term collaboration on future projects.
- Transparent and fair evaluation of your work.
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About The Company
Amber is a full-service game development and creative services agency, with offices in Bucharest, Botosani, Craiova, Kyiv, Warsaw, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Guadalajara and Montreal. We're structured as a network of studios with different skills and specializations, delivering top quality services in full game production, co-development, engineering, design, live ops, quality assurance and more.
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