Developer Advocate, FiveM.

Games Jobs Direct; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent game development company is seeking a Developer Advocate in Leeds to drive documentation efforts and engage with the creator community. This full-time position involves simplifying technical concepts, collaborating with teams, and producing informative content to empower creators. Candidates should have a background in technical writing and proficiency in scripting languages like Lua and C#. A dynamic work environment awaits.

Qualifications

• 3 years in technical writing or developer advocacy, preferably within a technology-focused or gaming company.
• Proficiency in scripting languages including Lua, C# and JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex technical information into clear presentations.
• Work in collaboration with internal development teams.
• Produce content including blogs and video tutorials.
• Maintain relationships with the FiveM and RedM creator community.
• Guide community contributions to open-source code repositories.
• Work closely with product, engineering, marketing, and community teams.
• Track metrics to measure success of developer community activities.

Skills

Simplifying complex technical concepts

Autonomous working in a fast-paced environment

Collaborative skills

Tools

Lua

C#

JavaScript

Job description

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar is on the lookout for a talented Developer Advocate to drive developer documentation and content creation efforts related to creator platforms, including FiveM and RedM. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between our technology, product, and community teams, providing strategic support and actionable insights to empower our creator community. This role requires not just an understanding of the code itself but also the charisma and clarity to present these concepts to our creator ecosystem.

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar's unique game development studio in the heart of Leeds, England.

WHAT WE DO

• We create technology, tools, and solutions to enhance the creator experience and empower our community to create and share any experience imaginable.
• We deliver a technology platform that enables creators to develop their own game modes and other modifications in a variety of scripting languages and for players to experience this content on fully customized dedicated servers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Translate complex technical information details into clear, compelling presentations that can engage a variety of audiences, from aspiring first-time creators to experienced developers.
• Work in close collaboration with internal development teams to gain a deep understanding of our technologies and advocate effectively for our community's needs.
• Produce engaging and informative content, including blogs, articles, video tutorials, and API documentation, that educates our community on how to effectively use our technologies and explore the full potential of our ecosystem.
• Maintain close relationships with the FiveM and RedM creator community, fostering engagement and collaboration.
• Manage and guide community contributions to open-source code repositories to ensure quality and adherence to project standards.
• Work closely with the product, engineering, marketing, and community teams to ensure a seamless developer experience.
• Track and report on key metrics to measure the success and impact of developer community related activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years in technical writing or developer advocacy, preferably within a technology-focused or gaming company.
• Proficiency in scripting languages including Lua, C# and JavaScript and a solid understanding of game modding communities and technologies.

SKILLS

• Proven ability to simplify and communicate complex technical concepts in an engaging and understandable manner.
• Capability to work autonomously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while juggling multiple projects.
• Strong collaborative skills, with a proven track record of working constructively with both internal teams and external communities.

PLUSES

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

• Direct experience with FiveM / RedM technologies and active participation in our communities.
• Experience creating technical content for platforms like YouTube, blogs, or developer forums.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar's reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.