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Uncapped Games – Senior Software Engineer

Build Systems

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Tencent

Tencent

10,001+ employees

Internet platform for social and gaming

Consumer Software
Enterprise Software
Fintech
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$92.4k - $255.6kAnnually

+ Sign-on payment + Relocation package + Restricted stock units

Senior

California, USA + 1 more

More locations: Los Angeles, CA, USA

Hybrid work options available, requiring some in-office presence.

Category
Game Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Bash
Git
Groovy
C#
Jenkins
C/C++
Requirements
  • Build Expertise in Unity: Demonstrated experience with Unity3D and its build environment, ensuring streamlined development processes.
  • Advanced CI/CD Skills: A proven track record in optimizing continuous integration and deployment workflows.
  • Proficiency in Programming: Strong skills in multiple programming languages including Groovy, C#, C++, Bash, and knowledge of XML/YAML.
  • Version Control Systems Mastery: In-depth knowledge of systems like Perforce, Git, and Mercurial.
  • Industry Experience: A background in game technology, particularly in engine programming, pipeline architecture, or tools development.
  • Expert Problem Resolver: Exceptional problem-solving capabilities to tackle complex technical challenges.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively within a team and across departments.
  • Continuous Learning: A passion for emerging tech trends.
Responsibilities
  • Orchestrate Build Architectures: Oversee continuous integration pipelines using Jenkins to ensure the efficient delivery of builds and effective automated testing.
  • System Integration and Enhancement: Connect existing tools and systems to streamline processes, providing robust support to our game development teams.
  • Collaborate on Development: Work intimately with game development teams to manage SCM, build scripts/tools, and CI pipelines throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Monitor and Optimize: Keep a vigilant eye on build systems to promptly address failures and errors.

Tencent provides a variety of internet-based services, including social networking, entertainment, financial technology, and cloud computing. Its main product, WeChat, is a popular app that combines messaging, social media, and mobile payments, while Tencent Games is known for its successful gaming titles. The company generates revenue through online advertising, subscriptions, in-app purchases, and financial services, setting it apart from competitors. Tencent aims to enhance the daily lives of internet users and assist businesses in their digital transformation.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$6.6B

Headquarters

Shenzhen, China

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-14%

1 year growth

-14%

2 year growth

-13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Tencent's strategic investments, such as the $15M Series A for Chainbase, highlight its commitment to pioneering blockchain technology.
  • The development of Final Fantasy XIV Mobile with Square Enix showcases Tencent's ability to collaborate with major gaming companies, potentially leading to blockbuster titles.
  • Tencent's expansion into new markets, like its strategic partnership with GMM Music in Thailand, indicates robust growth opportunities and increased global influence.

What critics are saying

  • Tencent's heavy reliance on the Chinese market exposes it to regulatory risks and geopolitical tensions that could impact its operations.
  • The competitive landscape in sectors like gaming and fintech is intense, with rivals like Alibaba and ByteDance posing significant threats.

What makes Tencent unique

  • Tencent's diverse portfolio, spanning social networking, gaming, fintech, and cloud computing, allows it to leverage synergies across different sectors, unlike competitors focused on single industries.
  • WeChat's integration of messaging, social media, and mobile payments into one platform provides a unique, all-in-one user experience that is unmatched globally.
  • Tencent's significant investments in emerging technologies like blockchain and AI position it at the forefront of innovation, differentiating it from more traditional tech companies.

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