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Activision

Staff Backend Engineer

Activision, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Job Title:

Staff Backend EngineerRequisition ID:

R023602Job Description:

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.We are seeking a Staff Backend Engineer in our Ads Engineering team, empowering groundbreaking mobile advertising technologies to create the next generation of our Ads Platform.Your role within the Kingdom

We are an impactful team of problem solvers that are constantly reviewing how and why we do things and learning from each other. 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 about creating the best player experience!Your role within Activision Blizzard Media

Design and develop highly scalable, highly available and highly reliable Ads & Monetization platform that handles billions of requests per dayWork with architects and other engineers to craft and architect backend systemsCollaborate with Product and peer engineering teams on multi-functional projectsWork with DevOps engineers to ensure operational excellenceGenuine curiosity about working with and mentoring junior engineersQualifications

5 years of demonstrated ability leading the development of highly performing services in JavaExperience with AdTech platform preferred like AdServing, Demand Side Platform, etc.Experience with NoSQL systems e.g., Bigtable, HBaseExperience working in a cloud-based environment with Google Cloud Platform or AWSExpert knowledge in Java, JMeter and performance engineeringExperience working in Multi threading, Asynchronous processingExperience with streaming technologies e.g. Kafka, FlinkExperience in designing overall architecture of end to end solutionsGreat interpersonal skills and a consistent record to work in a collaborative team environmentBA/BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience.Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and experience in CI/CD, test automation, Jenkins, Gradle and related technologiesExperience with open source technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, Google BigQueryPassionate about usability, maintainability and quality, building for the long termRewards

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;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.In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $71,300.00 - $131,906.00 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.

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