Server Engineer - NBA 2K (Onsite)

California, United StatesFull-time$103k–$137k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-10

On-site

Core

Build high-performance backend services, distributed systems, and large-scale computing solutions to support NBA 2K's online features and deliver world-class online experiences.

Role type

Senior IC server engineer (backend)

Builds

Backend services, distributed systems, large-scale computing solutions

Domain

Online gaming, sports simulation

Required skills

C++, distributed systems, multithreaded programming, database optimization, SQL, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript

Preferred skills

Virtual currency systems, online gaming architectures, video game console development

Technologies

MySQL, PostgreSQL, C++, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript

Responsibilities

Design and optimize distributed systems for scalability and reliability; Develop efficient database structures for high-volume real-time transactions; Build large-scale computing solutions handling millions of concurrent players; Partner with engineering and design teams to enable seamless online gameplay.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

About 2k

2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting s