Full-Time

Senior Build & Release Engineer

Updated on 12/4/2024

Take Two

Take Two

501-1,000 employees

Video game publisher and developer

Entertainment
Gaming

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Game Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
PowerShell
Bash
Python
Git
Groovy
SQL
Java
C#
Jenkins
C/C++
Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Participated in at least 1 major release in a similar role.
  • Perforce
  • Jenkins Configuration As Code
  • Git
  • C++, C#
  • Groovy/Java
  • SQL
  • Knowledge of Build and Release Engineering principles and methodologies including source control, branch management, and build testing using Perforce.
  • Scripting and automation skills in one or more of PowerShell, Python, bash, or similar.
  • Solid understanding of continuous integration best practices.
  • Experience with automated build systems such as Jenkins, TeamCity, Octopus, or equivalent.
  • Experience with Unreal (specifically commandlets) and Steam a must.
  • Bonus points for blueprint experience.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain a robust and reliable automated build and continuous integration process for the management of code and digital assets.
  • Monitor build servers and developer systems, proactively solving developer problems before being reported.
  • Make sure these systems communicate effectively with the team at-large to facilitate efficient error resolution.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot build problems, setting expectations and communicating them to the team.
  • Support the automation of manual tasks to reduce downtime and improve stability of systems.
  • Define, implement, and champion policies to significantly increase the efficiency of our software development/delivery process.
  • Management and documentation of deployment processes and automation.
  • Working closely with developers and QA to ensure builds are stable upon release.
  • Working closely with IT to make sure the right infrastructure and processes are in place and assist with system management (Hansoft, Perforce, and project databases).
  • Be the primary point of contact for questions and concerns from our team as well as external vendors.
  • Ability to lead/mentor other members of the automation team.
  • Direct the long-term roadmap for the extension and improvement of our automated systems.
  • Maintain automated systems running on Jenkins.
  • Maintain and extend cloud analytics end-to-end - from events sent in engine to cloud data storage to data reporting tools (Dundas).
  • Coordinate with the IT team hardware and infrastructure improvements.
  • Assist with the build/release process during release windows including the management of perforce streams and the merging of changes between them.
  • Maintain and extend the UnrealGameSync tool.

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading game publisher that develops and distributes popular video games through its labels, including Rockstar Games and 2K. The company offers games on various platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, with notable titles such as "Grand Theft Auto" and "NBA 2K." Revenue is generated through game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing of intellectual properties. Take-Two aims to excel in the interactive entertainment industry by focusing on high-quality game development and a positive workplace environment.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$4.1B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1993

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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What believers are saying

  • Grand Theft Auto VI's 2025 release is expected to drive significant revenue.
  • Mobile gaming now constitutes 53% of Take-Two's total bookings.
  • Take-Two's strategic cost reductions aim to improve long-term profitability.

What critics are saying

  • A $45 million settlement with IBM highlights potential IP management vulnerabilities.
  • Layoffs of 580 employees may impact creative output and innovation.
  • Flat bookings in June suggest challenges in sustaining consumer interest.

What makes Take Two unique

  • Take-Two owns strong franchises like Grand Theft Auto and NBA 2K.
  • The company has a diverse platform presence, including consoles, PC, and mobile.
  • Take-Two's strategic focus includes high-quality game development and mobile gaming expansion.

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