Server Engineer - NBA 2K

2K; Irvine (CA); Remoto; USD 103.000 - 137.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Visual Concepts is seeking a backend engineer to join the NBA 2K team. You will own backend services, distributed systems, and high-volume databases to power online features for one of the world’s leading sports game franchises.

We expect 3+ years in backend development, strong C++, and experience with scalable, low-latency systems. Familiarity with online architectures and SQL databases is a plus; passion for games is highly valued. Remote work in CA options may apply.

Competenze

• 3+ years backend software development experience.

Mansioni

• Work in the backend architecture and services that support NBA 2K’s online features.
• Design and optimize distributed systems for 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.

Conoscenze

C++

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

Distributed systems

Multithreaded programming

Software architecture

General debugging

Love for video games

Formazione

BS in Computer Science or equivalent

Strumenti

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Descrizione del lavoro

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, 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’re seeking a Engineer with a passion for server-side development to join the NBA 2K team! In this role, you’ll take ownership across a broad technical landscape- working in distributed systems, large-scale computing, and efficient databases to build high-performance backend services. Your work will play a key role in delivering world-class online experiences that power one of the most popular sports game franchises in the world. This role reports into Lead Director of Programming.

What You Will Do:

• 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.

Who Will Be A Great Fit:

• 3+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on backend and server-side systems
• Strong proficiency in C++ with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles
• Proficiency in one or more scripting languages such as Python, javascript/typescript, Perl, or Ruby, with a strong preference for Python and javascript
• Understanding of distributed and scalable systems
• Proven experience with multithreaded programming, driving efficiency and stability across large-scale, real-time environments
• Demonstrated ability to research, evaluate, and integrate emerging technologies and trends to enhance team capabilities, platform performance, and product innovation
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience in large-scale software development
• Experience developing secure transaction systems, including virtual currency and account-based features, a strong plus
• Skilled in database optimization, including connection management and query performance tuning
• Familiarity with online gaming architectures and service design for live, connected player experiences
• Working knowledge of SQL databases such as MySQL, PostgresSQL, or similar systems
• Video game console development experience is highly beneficial
• Love for video games (not just ours!)

US (All States except for WA)

The pay range for this position in California Remote at the start of employment is expected to be between $102,900 - $137,200 per year. The pay range for this