Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Games is on the lookout for a passionate and talented Systems Engineer to focus on IT Operations. This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar's NYC headquarters in Downtown Manhattan.

What We Do

The Rockstar Games IT team delivers global IT systems infrastructure to Rockstar's development teams. We maintain our infrastructure to the highest standard, with an emphasis on preventative actions rather than reactive. We constantly review our processes with the aim of automating wherever possible. We are a team spread across 3 continents, that work closely together, to achieve our goals to a high standard, always.

Responsibilities

Supporting day-to-day IT Operations to drive maximum system uptime. Incident management of reported problems through to resolution. Using SRE methodologies to resolve incidents in a permanent, repeatable manner. Deploying and maintaining Windows and Linux servers using DevOps methodology.

Requirements

5+ years' experience in the IT industry. 1+ years' experience in a third level support position. Windows server installation and administration (Active directory, Group Policy, DHCP, DNS, DFS/R, Office 365). Linux server configuration and administration skills (Ubuntu/RHEL). VMware/Nutanix/Hypervisor, installation and administration via vCLI/API/Ansible. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team or individually as required. Self-motivated & confident with the ability to adjust and respond to rapidly shifting priorities. Willingness to occasionally work flexible hours, or out of hours as required.

Pluses

Experience scripting with Powershell or Python languages. Good understanding of design and architectural patterns. Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery. Database configuration and administration (MySQL/Percona/MSSQL). Version control system exposure (Perforce/Git/Subversion). Containerization administration and configuration (Docker/Kubernetes). Exposure to working with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Pulumi). Experience with configuration management systems (Puppet/Ansible/AWX). Industry standard qualifications MCSE/CCNA/VCP or industry equivalent are advantageous but not essential.

The pay range for this position in New York State (inclusive of New York City) at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

*NY Base Pay Range

$78,900 - $116,760 USD