Associate Software Engineer - Central Technology - Manchester, UK

Activision Blizzard,Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Associate Software Engineer, where you'll contribute to the development of cutting-edge game technology. This role involves working with talented engineers on exciting projects, focusing on design, implementation, and debugging in languages like C++ and Python. You'll develop tools and infrastructure for game testing, collaborate with various teams, and maintain codebases that are crucial for delivering iconic gaming experiences. If you're passionate about innovation in the gaming industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience programming with Python.
• Experience working on AAA game titles.

Responsibilities

• Developing tools and infrastructure for automated testing of game titles.
• Collaborating with studio employees to resolve issues and implement features.

Skills

Python

C++

Kubernetes

Docker

Linux

HTTP

HTML

Perforce

JIRA

Tools

JIRA

Perforce

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Title:

Associate Software Engineer - Central Technology - Manchester, UK

Requisition ID:

R025108

Job Description:

Your Mission

Work with engineers on one of Activision's award-winning franchises, focusing on design, implementation, and debugging software in C++, Python, and other languages that drive the next generation of game development.

What you bring to the table

The video game industry is fast-paced and constantly evolving. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may change as directed by the company to support our business and industry relationships. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing tools and infrastructure for building and automated testing of Call of Duty.
• Collaborating with studio employees to resolve issues and implement feature requests.
• Maintaining parts of our tools/infrastructure codebase end-to-end.

Player Profile

Minimum requirements include:

• At least 1 year of experience programming with Python.
• Experience working on AAA game titles.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, Linux, HTTP, HTML, Perforce, JIRA.

Key attributes:

• Fast learner with eagerness to learn new systems, skills, and methodologies.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Strong work ethics.

Your Platform

Activision Central Tech supports our development studios and titles, with specialties including big data, privacy and security, motion capture, graphics, build and infrastructure, optimization, systems programming, and online services. Our teams are distributed globally across the U.S., Canada, England, Ireland, and Japan, comprising both engineering and research talent to stay future-focused and innovative.

Learn more at https://research.activision.com/.

Our World

At Activision, we aim to create iconic gaming and entertainment brands. Driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences, we are home to franchises like Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. We strive to foster an inclusive, diverse, and passionate team to continue advancing gameplay and technology.

If you're enthusiastic about changing the games industry, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. For accommodations, email [e-mail].