Software Development Engineer 1

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Software Development Engineer 1for an opportunity in Redmond, WA

Position Title: Software Development Engineer 1

Location: Redmond WA, Fully Remote

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration:12 Months Contract

Job Type: Contract and Hybrid

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

• Minimum 1-2 years experience with working hands-on in DevOps or CI/CD tools, specifically Jenkins and Azure DevOps. .
• Minimum 1-2 years experience with designing, implementing, and editing scripts to streamline manual operations using languages like PowerShell or Python in a medium or large-scale codebase..
• Minimum 1-2 years experience with using data and observability solutions to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for CI/CD infrastructure

• Execute day-to-day tasks to support the operations of the CI/CD pipelines of AAA games using Jenkins, Azure DevOps, and Perforce
• Routine maintenance such as updating auth tokens for services
• Triage and resolve external partner issues
• Mitigate issues blocking automation tasks from succeeding
• Drive data-backed improvements by identifying areas of improvement and recommend changes
• Monitor and analyze metrics, traces, and logs across all CI/CD systems
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and postmortems
• Combine history and upcoming needs to ensure CI/CD capacity
• Design and implement scripts or similar automation to streamline operations

  Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• 1- 3 years of experience working hands-on in DevOps or CI/CD tools, specifically Jenkins and Azure DevOps.
• 1-2 years of experience designing, implementing, and editing scripts to streamline manual operations using languages like PowerShell or Python in a medium or large-scale codebase.
• Experience using data and observability solutions to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for CI/CD infrastructure.
• Experience with source control systems such as Git and Perforce. Perforce experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Software Development best practices, including agile methodologies and continuous integration and deployment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct root cause analysis of critical problems.
• Outstanding communication and writing skills, including ability to ask questions or share information with clarity and brevity in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with Jira or Azure DevOps work item tracking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

  Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with Azure or other cloud environments
• C++ and/or C# proficiency
• SQL proficiency
• Familiarity with game engines and tooling
• Experience implementing data solutions to measure and monitor KPIs

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 221194 when responding to this ad.