Senior Backend Engineer - NBA 2K Novato, California, United States

2K Games, Inc.; Novato (CA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading game development studio as a Senior Software Engineer, where your passion for server-side development will help create exceptional gaming experiences. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a diverse team of talented individuals. You'll be responsible for writing efficient backend code, optimizing database performance, and contributing to the architecture of online gaming systems. If you love video games and want to make a significant impact in the industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing server backend code.
• Understanding of distributed and scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance server-side applications.
• Optimize database connections and queries for efficiency.

Skills

C++

Python

PHP

Perl

Ruby

Distributed Systems

Multithreaded Programming

SQL Databases

Online Gaming Architecture

Video Game Development

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Job description

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 distributed 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 a 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 others)
• 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.