Senior Backend Engineer for High-Scale Online Games Remote

2K

Novato (CA)

Remote

USD 130,700 - 174,300

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Paid holidays (14 per year)
Paid vacation time (15 to 25 days)
401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

2K is seeking a Senior Engineer to join the NBA 2K team with a focus on server-side development. This fully remote position allows you to take ownership in backend architecture, distributed systems, and large-scale computing, aiming to enhance online experiences for gamers worldwide.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of software development experience, particularly in C++, Python, and database optimization, and a passion for gaming. Attractive benefits and salary ranges are provided depending on location.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional software development experience focusing on backend and server-side systems.
  • Strong proficiency in C++ and understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
  • Experience developing secure transaction systems is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

  • Work in backend architecture supporting NBA 2K’s online features.
  • Design and optimize distributed systems for scalability and reliability.
  • Partner with engineering and design teams for seamless online gameplay.

Skills

C++
Python
Multithreaded programming
Database optimization
Distributed systems

Education

BS in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

SQL databases
MySQL
Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

2K is seeking a Senior Engineer to join the NBA 2K team with a focus on server-side development. This fully remote position allows you to take ownership in backend architecture, distributed systems, and large-scale computing, aiming to enhance online experiences for gamers worldwide.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of software development experience, particularly in C++, Python, and database optimization, and a passion for gaming. Attractive benefits and salary ranges are provided depending on location.

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