Senior Build Engineer

Rockstar New England is on the lookout for a Senior Build Engineer who possesses a passion for automating processes and supporting infrastructure and tools that support the deployment of client-facing software and services. This is a full-time position based out of Rockstar's studio in Andover, MA. 

WHAT WE DO

• We create connected experiences that are found across our game franchises.
• We create online services for our games, including matchmaking, cloud saves, player stats, leaderboards, and more.
• We improve existing features as well as architect new solutions to support the development of the Social Club community and website.
• We create innovative in-game experiences, including user-generated content.
• We build services and tools that support our consumer-facing experiences and our internal business needs.
• We create companion apps for our games, including second-screen experiences on mobile, tablet, and the web.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Continuous integration and deployment of internal tools and externally facing applications to multiple environments.
• Management and documentation of deployment processes and automation.
• Environment management to ensure all needs are covered for testing and development.
• Collaboration with other Rockstar technology teams across our worldwide studios.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of configuration management and engineering for web applications, ideally supporting an Agile development process.
• Experience with automated build tools such as TeamCity, Jenkins, or equivalent.
• Experience defining, implementing, or improving continuous integration and deployment workflow processes.
• Programming experience with one of the following languages: C++, C#, or Java.
• Experience using Powershell.

SKILLS

• Scripting and automation skills with one of the following languages: PowerShell, Perl, Python, bash, Ruby, or similar.
• Possess a holistic view and deep understanding of distributed systems architecture and infrastructure. 
• Knowledge of distributed systems architecture and infrastructure.  
• Adept at managing software release and deployment.
• Proficient in supporting multi-platform application development shops.
• Experience with source control, preferably Perforce.
• Experience with bug-tracking software.
• Knowledge of Agile software development process (particularly Scrum).

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Experience with containerization technology (preferably Docker).
• Experience with branch and merge strategies.
• Knowledge of SQL.