Senior Systems Engineer

2K; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 108,900 - 161,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick days

401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program

Wellbeing programs for mental health

Commuter benefits

Job summary

2K in Novato, California is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Perforce Helix Core. This role focuses on optimizing critical source control infrastructure, ensuring reliability, and driving collaboration across global teams.

The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in systems engineering, with a strong background in Perforce administration and automation. The position offers competitive compensation, including a robust benefits package and potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a systems engineer.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex system performance issues.
• Proficient in using automation and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and optimize Perforce Helix Core infrastructure.
• Oversee complex server configurations and integrations.
• Ensure system reliability and data integrity.

Skills

Perforce Expertise

Automation & Scripting

Diagnostic Skills

Infrastructure as Code

Cross-Functional Communication

Job description

Who We Are

At 2K, we create some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment, including NBA® 2K , one of the top-selling franchises in the world, and legendary titles like BioShock® , Borderlands® , Mafia , Sid Meier’s Civilization ® , and XCOM® , as well as fan favorites WWE® 2K , TopSpin® , and PGA TOUR® 2K . We build unforgettable experiences by pushing the boundaries of creativity, authenticity and innovation across every genre.

Our portfolio is brought to life by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab create world-class experiences across platforms. But what truly powers 2K is our people. We believe the best ideas come from teams that feel empowered, supported, and inspired. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where people are encouraged to come as they are and do their best work.

Position Summary

The Senior Systems Engineer is a high-level individual contributor specializing in Perforce Helix Core to support, enhance, and optimize critical source control infrastructure. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of the Perforce environment through proactive management, advanced automation, and deep collaboration with software development and tools engineering teams. The Senior Systems Engineer balances complex operational requirements with long-term strategic projects, providing technical leadership and clear communication across multiple global teams to drive continuous infrastructure improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Optimization: Maintain, monitor, and optimize Perforce Helix Core infrastructure to ensure high availability, peak performance, and enterprise-grade security.
• System Administration: Oversee complex server configurations, triggers, permissions, and multi-tool integrations to support global development workflows.
• Reliability & Data Integrity: Architect and implement industry best practices for system reliability, data integrity, comprehensive backup strategies, and disaster recovery protocols.
• Workflow Collaboration: Partner with development and tools engineering teams to design and refine synchronization strategies, repository organization, and CI/CD integration.
• Technical Support & Training: Act as the subject matter expert providing high-level support, troubleshooting, and specialized training for development teams utilizing Perforce.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain sophisticated documentation regarding system architecture, operational procedures, and evolving technical processes.
• Performance Management: Proactively monitor system resource utilization and performance metrics to identify and resolve architectural bottlenecks before they impact production.
• Automation & IaC: Drive efficiency by automating routine administrative tasks and maintaining infrastructure as code (IaC) repositories for version control environments.

Core Competencies

• Technical Leadership: Serves as a primary technical resource for source control, influencing best practices across the DevTools function.
• Collaboration: Effectively partners with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure capabilities with studio-specific development needs.
• Operational Excellence: Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality infrastructure that empowers development teams and enhances overall organizational productivity.
• Continuous Learning: Actively stays informed about emerging technologies, Perforce improvements, and industry-standard version control methodologies.
• Problem Solving: Expertly diagnoses and resolves complex system performance and operational issues in a high-pressure production environment.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, and Job-Related Skills

• 4+ years of experience as a systems engineer
• Perforce Expertise: Significant systems engineering experience specifically focused on Perforce Helix Core administration and optimization.
• Diagnostic Skills: Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex system performance issues and maintaining high-availability environments.
• Automation & Scripting: Proficient in using automation and scripting languages to enhance operational efficiency and reduce system downtime.
• Infrastructure as Code: Experience managing version control environments through IaC methodologies and tools.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Strong ability to communicate technical insights and architectural solutions to diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale, multi-site game development environments.
• Familiarity with integrating Perforce into automated build systems (e.g., Unreal Engine Horde, Jenkins).

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $108,900 and $161,160 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 and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

The position is for an existing vacancy.