Senior Gameplay Engineer
Senior Gameplay Engineer
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Job Description
Who We Are
2K Games 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 and HB Studios. 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.
Located in Vancouver BC 2K Sports Lab is a small collective being formed within 2K Games that is driving the research and development of future sports interactive entertainment programs. Within this group speculative work will be done on future sports games with an eye towards taking the magic of 2Ks publishing and development expertise and applying them to future opportunities.
Our team of engineers marketers artists writers data scientists producers thinkers and doers are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of criticallyacclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K 2K PGA Tiny Tinas Wonderlands Lego Drive BioShock Borderlands The Quarry Mafia Sid Meiers Civilization Marvels Midnight Suns WWE 2K and XCOM.
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!
What We Need
Were seeking a Senior Gameplay Software Engineer who has a high quality bar a passion for solving complex problems and has a deep understanding of AI replication of human sports behaviors. You will work collaboratively with Design Animation Audio and Art to build new systems from the ground up starting with prototyping and carrying them all the way to a polished state. During this process you will have constant opportunities to help elevate problem solve and steer these ideas for what will be the next massive sports franchise in our industry.
What You Will do
Work closely and constructively with design and art teams to realize creative ambitions
Architect and coordinate the implementation of new Gameplay systems and features
Work within Unreal Engine 5 adapting existing systems and building new technology in order to fulfill the projects technical needs and creative goals
Research coding techniques and algorithms in order to keep current on technological developments and advancements in the game industry
Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks
Write and maintain well documented robust and performant code
Optimize code and debug gameplay issues as they arise
Conduct regular code reviews to ensure quality and consistency
Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
4 years of proven experience working as an AI Animation or Gameplay Engineer especially for AAA games on consoles
Expertise and experience with C
Solid math linear algebra and statistics skills
Ability to write clean welldocumented and efficient code
Ability to explain technical topics to people of varying levels of expertise
Selfmotivated with excellent problemsolving skills
Ability to work and collaborate effectively as part of a teamPreferred Qualifications
Passionate about playing and/or watching sports
Experience in Unreal Engine is a plus
Passion for video games (not just ours)
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 pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between $87800 and $129920 per Year. However base 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. Subject to those same considerations the total compensation package for this position 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. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an atwill position and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (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.
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 accounts.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
