2K Canada - Engineering Graduate Program

Who We Are

2K is headquartered in Novato California and is a wholly owned label of TakeTwo 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 2Ks portfolio of worldclass 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 studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in todays most popular gaming genres including sports shooters action roleplaying strategy casual and family entertainment.

Our team of engineers marketers artists writers data scientists producers thinkers and doers are the professional publishing stewards of 2Ks portfolio currently includes several AAA sports and entertainment brands including global powerhouse NBA 2K renowned BioShock Borderlands Mafia Sid Meiers Civilization and XCOM brands; popular WWE 2K and WWE SuperCard franchises TopSpin 2K25 as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR 2K

At 2K we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions even if they dont meet every requirement for the role. If youre interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K we encourage you to apply!

Who We Are Looking For

This program is open to all individuals who are legally authorized to work in Canada and have graduated within the last 2 years during the time of application.

Enthusiasm and motivation are the key qualities we seek in extraordinary individuals like you. The 2K Games Engineering Program seeks individuals with a passion for gaming who are ready to take on the future of our game development. We seek candidates who are naturally curious have excellent programming skills and are ready to tackle challenges headon. Our recruitment process is taskdriven ensuring that you have the opportunity to showcase your skills and talents regardless of your background.

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process is split into four stages:

• Application with Resume Review
• Scoping Call to Explain the Process & Role in further detail (Optional to attend)
• Task Stage (C Coding necessary)
• Hackerrank Test
• Take Home Test
• Interview Stage

Our next generation of Engineers will begin their job in July 2025. We will run recruitment on a rolling basis starting in September for these candidates.

What Makes This Program Unique

Prepare to embark on an exciting journey with our Engineering Grad program. This program understands your need to explore and learn while giving you the opportunity to carve out your own career path. The program runs for 21 months including 3 months of coretraining and project work followed by 18 months during which you could work directly for some incredible 2Kpartnered studios including Hangar 13 HB Studios Cloud Chamber Firaxis Mass Media Group 2K Sports Lab Visual Concepts and more! Here you will dive into the heart of the action gaining handson experience across our remarkable portfolio of games.

Compensation Benefits & Opportunities

As well as a highly competitive salary we offer private medical insurance dental insurance pension scheme monthly fitness allowance work phone wellness schemes an office gym and other benefits.

Upon completing the 21month program we expect that youll be able to join our studios in a fulltime role enabling you to continue your Engineering journey and contribute to shaping the future of 2K Games.

Graduate Training Program

This program starts July 2025 and will run for 21 months. This role will be based out of our Vancouver Canada office.

The 2K Engineering Graduate Program is your gateway to becoming a future Game Developer. Over 21 months your personalized program will encompass:

• Core Skills Rotation Dive into 3 months of intensive training building foundational competencies.
• Studio Rotations Engage in 6month stints at diverse 2Kpartnered game studios. Immerse yourself in distinct specialization areas and projects.
  
  

Core Skills Rotation

During the initial core skills rotation learn to master essential skills required to operate in the business. This includes technical training using game engines and tools such as Unreal Engine 5 and Perforce instructorled project work and practical insight into professional conduct. Collaborate on exciting group projects receive guided code reviews and excel within a professional ecosystem.

Studio Rotations

In this program you will get the opportunity to work handson with some of our incredible studios actively contributing to different areas of specialization and projects across 2Ks wellknown game portfolio. These rotations expose you to diverse engineering environments and cultures enabling you to contribute to a range of exhilarating projects including major 2K releases!

Placement details are organized based on factors like visa requirements game timelines and business needs. While primarily based in Vancouver Canada you will have opportunities to visit other studios for designated periods (subject to visa constraints).

Each candidate will have the opportunity to complete up to 3 studio rotations in the 21month duration of the program.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant industry such as Computer Science Engineering Physics Mathematics etc.
• Excellent programming skills (Application testing is in C)
• Strong numerical and technical skills
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C# Python is a plus
• Solid understanding of fundamental algorithms and data structures along with pattern familiarity
• Understanding of linear algebra
• Familiarity with source control (Perforce preferred)
• Exceptional debugging and analytical capabilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proactive and fast learner confident in tackling new challenges with little guidance
  
  

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How To Apply

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Submit your application with your resume below.

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.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never use instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing only use 2K accounts.

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The pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be CAD $ 85000 per year. However actual pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates such as jobrelated knowledge skills experience and other objective business considerations. If hired the company reserves the right to modify base pay (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.