Senior Backend Engineer, NBA 2K

4 Months ago • Upto 10 Years • Backend Development • $125,000 PA - $205,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Senior Backend Engineer needed for NBA 2K. Must have expertise in server-side development, C++, distributed systems, and database optimization. Passion for crafting high-performance applications is a plus.
Must have:
  • Server-side development
  • C++ proficiency
  • Distributed systems
  • Database optimization
Good to have:
  • Python experience
  • Multithreaded programming
  • Security & currency
  • Online gaming architecture
Perks:
  • Full benefits package
  • Equity awards

Job Details

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and ambitious. Our studios in Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and ground breaking technology, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the hardest working and most creative minds in the industry.

What We Need:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer passionate about server-side development! This is a role with a broad remit, where your expertise with distribute systems and compute scale will go hand in hand with your passion for efficient databases and deep love of crafting high-performance server-side applications, As our server engineer, you will have meaningful impact on our games' ability to bring world-leading experiences to our players.

Who Will Be A Great Fit:

  • Proven experience writing server backend code
  • Proficient in C++ and understanding of object-oriented programming
  • Proficient in Python, PHP, Perl, or Ruby, with an emphasis on Python
  • Understanding of distributed and scalable systems
  • Experience with multithreaded programming
  • BSCS or equivalent experience.
  • Experience writing code for security and virtual currency transactions a plus
  • Experience optimizing database connections and queries a plus
  • Experience with online gaming architecture a plus
  • Knowledge of SQL databases (MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or other(
  • Videogame console development experience is quite helpful
  • Love for video games (not just ours!)
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $125,000 and $205,000 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.

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com

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About The Company

2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.


Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.


At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!

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