What We Need
We’re looking for an Expert Online Services SE to help architect and build the scalable multiplayer backbone of our next AAA sports title. As a recognized subject matter expert in online services, you will contribute to the technical direction for our backend platform and own large systems end-to-end, primarily developing custom backend services and, where it makes sense, bridging that work into Unreal Engine dedicated server and client code.
You’ll partner with designers, artists, producers, and engineering leadership to create seamless connected experiences while elevating the engineers around you. We value deep technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and adaptability as our team and technology evolve together.
Beneficial Qualifications
- Experience with Unreal Engine 5 (or similar engines), particularly dedicated server and client networking code in C++
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience modeling infrastructure costs and capacity for live services at scale
- Experience integrating with first-party platform online services (e.g., PlayStation Network, Xbox network, Steam)
- Passion for playing or watching sports
Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts. The pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between $114,300 and $169,140 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 employees in regular roles 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, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.