Rockstar Games
Website:
rockstargames.com
Job details:
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 is on the lookout for a System Administrator who is passionate about providing 24x7 Network Operations and Support.
This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s large game development studio in Bangalore, India.
What We Do
- The Rockstar Games Online System Administrator team provides 24x7 Network Operations to our online games, features, and services.
- We provide hands-on NOC services and support to the IT Operations encompassing enterprise, Online, and development environments.
- We build, maintain and plan monitoring systems and infrastructure for upcoming releases.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and administer Windows/Linux systems in a highly available, public-facing environment.
- Deploy and administer SQL Server 2017/2019 in clustered/non-clustered configurations, with patching and migrations.
- Develop standard operating procedures for high availability, perform routine maintenance, and support root cause analysis efforts.
- Run IIS/.Net C# applications and local VMware multi-cluster environment.
- Ensure high availability during system maintenance, patching, and hardware upgrades.
- Perform L1/L2 MS Active Directory administration and monitor services (Check MK, Splunk, Grafana).
- Provide timely and creative solutions to difficult problems.
- Work with Data Center technicians to plan hardware maintenance and resolve hardware related issues.
Requirements
- 2+ years of demonstrable ability in a Linux and/or Windows environment using related technologies and standards such as DHCP, DNS, DFS, LDAP, IPSEC, CIFS, SMB, etc.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with IT certifications, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrable experience administering systems in high-traffic, public-facing environments, with hands-on experience in VMWare, IIS, SQL Server, RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, Apache, Mongo, and MySQL.Good understanding of TCP/IP networks, with good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain composed in fast paced situations, balancing multiple projects, and communicating efficiently.
- Proficient in scripting languages: PowerShell/DSC, Bash, Shell, Python, PHP, and/or Perl.
- Strong analytical thinking, with knowledge of complex IT systems, network topology, and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with REST API automation, and ability to work with distributed teams to develop automated workflows using PowerShell/DSC and Chef.
PLUSES
Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.
- MCSE/MCITP certification, or equivalent experience.
- RHEL certifications or equivalent experience.
- Experience with supporting online gaming development and production environments.
- General Cisco IOS administration experience for adding removing VLANS, setting up ACLs.
- Experience with L1/L2 MS Active Directory administration.
- Knowledge of C#.
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 notify your recruiter during the interview process.
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.
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