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Graduate Build Engineer

Independent video game developer and publisher for 30 years, with their own film studio, board games, and publishing division including 2000AD comics.
Oxford, UK
DevOps
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
Gaming

Description For Graduate Build Engineer

Rebellion, a 30-year veteran in independent game development and publishing, is seeking a Graduate Build Engineer to join their Oxford headquarters. This entry-level position offers an exciting opportunity to work with their proprietary game engine, Asura, while developing and maintaining build pipelines and automated testing systems. The role combines technical challenges with creative problem-solving, working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

The position involves hands-on work with Python scripting, continuous integration systems, and build automation tools. You'll be part of a team that supports game development through improving developer workflows and maintaining critical build infrastructure. The company offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, pension, and work-life balance initiatives.

Rebellion's unique position as both a game developer and multi-media company (including film, board games, and comics) provides exposure to diverse projects and technologies. Their riverside Oxford location offers an excellent work environment with good transportation links and local amenities. The company emphasizes an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and supports professional growth.

This role is perfect for recent graduates or junior engineers looking to build a career in game development infrastructure, offering hands-on experience with modern development tools and practices while working on exciting gaming projects. The position includes relocation support and temporary accommodation for those moving to Oxford.

Last updated 15 days ago

Responsibilities For Graduate Build Engineer

  • Assist in developing and improving automation solutions
  • Help enhance developer workflows
  • Support in extending and improving existing build processes and systems
  • Diagnose and fix errors in developer or continuous integration workflows
  • Maintain and improve existing tools written in Python and other scripting languages
  • Analyse, communicate, and assist with build results and issues
  • Contribute to improving continuous integration processes (e.g., using Jenkins)
  • Research new tools, techniques, and processes that can benefit Rebellion and games

Requirements For Graduate Build Engineer

Python
Linux
  • Strong interest in debugging and problem-solving
  • Knowledge of programming and scripting languages such as Python and C++
  • Good initiative, self-motivation, and organisational skills
  • Good interpersonal communication skills
  • Logical and technical mind with ability to break down problems
  • Passion to develop, maintain and further build systems and tools

Benefits For Graduate Build Engineer

Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
  • 22 days holidays + Christmas closure (4 days) & Bank holidays
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Healthcare cash plan including dental and Vision
  • Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover
  • Enhanced Family Leave
  • Interest Free, Tax-Free loans
  • Enhanced Pension Scheme
  • EAP Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
  • Social events and discounts
  • Free parking at the studio

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