Staff Platform Solutions Engineer at Activision-Blizzard

London, England, United Kingdom

Activision-Blizzard Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, Advertising, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience in solutions & support engineering roles
  • Good understanding of Advertising technologies (bonus if experienced with Games)
  • Experience in working with Mobile Tech, C/C++, Java, GCP, Advertising tools, moderate to complex SQL queries, etc
  • Good track record of solving customer and business technical problems
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions
  • Experience in analyzing data and converting them to meaningful visualizations for non-technical readers

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with game studios, monetization managers, engineering, and product teams to address industry challenges and shape the roadmap to achieve business goals
  • Drive feature adoption by analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving roadblocks promptly
  • Prioritise customer success by working closely with Game Teams
  • Utilize various technical and interpersonal skills to build productive relationships with partners and independently address complex technical and business needs
  • Apply deep knowledge of products, technologies, and business strategies to develop scalable solutions
  • Design and implement product launch strategies
  • Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to monitor platform metrics
  • Collaborate with ABM Product and Engineering teams during planning and development, incorporating customer perspectives and solving use cases
  • Develop and enhance solutions in partnership with engineering, product, and cross-functional teams
  • Engage with customers to represent ABM and address their technical challenges

Skills

C/C++
Java
GCP
SQL
Mobile Tech
Advertising Technologies
Data Analysis
Data Visualization
Solutions Engineering

Activision-Blizzard

Develops and publishes interactive video games

About Activision-Blizzard

Activision Blizzard develops and publishes video games, creating popular franchises like World of Warcraft, Call of Duty, and Candy Crush. Their games are available on various platforms and cater to a wide range of players, from casual mobile users to serious console and PC gamers. The company generates revenue through game sales, in-game purchases, subscriptions for games like World of Warcraft, and advertising through Activision Blizzard Media. They also profit from merchandise and esports events. What sets Activision Blizzard apart from competitors is its focus on high-quality gaming experiences that promote community and social interaction among players. The company's goal is to provide engaging and immersive entertainment that connects gamers worldwide.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
$975MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Entertainment, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Wellness Program
Relocation Assistance

Risks

Employee morale issues due to layoffs could affect productivity and innovation.
Backlash from the Microsoft acquisition may impact game development and community trust.
Loss of key talent to competitors could weaken strategic capabilities.

Differentiation

Activision Blizzard boasts iconic franchises like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft.
The company excels in cross-platform play, enhancing player engagement and retention.
Activision Blizzard's esports division capitalizes on growing viewership and sponsorships.

Upsides

Microsoft's acquisition could provide resources for innovation and expansion.
Cloud gaming services offer a broader audience without high-end hardware needs.
Augmented reality gaming experiences present new opportunities for franchise expansion.

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