Backend Server Engineer - Real-Time Online Games

2K Games; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Visual Concepts is seeking an engineer to own backend systems for NBA 2K. You will design scalable distributed services, optimize performance, and work closely with design teams to deliver seamless online gameplay experiences for millions of players.

The role emphasizes strong C++ skills, multithreading, and database optimization, with opportunities to influence core online features in a fast-paced studio setting in Irvine.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of backend software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and object-oriented programming.
• Understanding of distributed and scalable systems.
• Proven multithreaded programming experience in real-time environments.
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in the backend architecture and services that support NBA 2K's online features.
• Design and optimize distributed systems to ensure scalability, reliability, and fault tolerance.
• Build and maintain large-scale computing solutions that handle millions of concurrent players.
• Develop efficient database structures and queries to support high-volume, real-time transactions.
• Deliver high-performance backend services with a focus on low latency and stability.
• Partner with engineering and design teams to enable seamless online gameplay experiences.

Skills

Backend development

C++

Distributed systems

Multithreading

SQL databases

Education

BS in Computer Science

Tools

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

Visual Concepts is seeking an engineer to own backend systems for NBA 2K. You will design scalable distributed services, optimize performance, and work closely with design teams to deliver seamless online gameplay experiences for millions of players.

The role emphasizes strong C++ skills, multithreading, and database optimization, with opportunities to influence core online features in a fast-paced studio setting in Irvine.