Senior Online Services Software Engineer
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Posted 2 days ago
Last seen 12 hours ago
Active
full-time
Game Programming - 2K Sports Lab
$96,400 and $142,660 per year
Job Summary
Join 2K Sports Lab as a Senior Online Services Software Engineer to architect and implement the core multiplayer infrastructure for a groundbreaking AAA sports franchise. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of online gaming with a world-class team.
About this job
2K Sports Lab is seeking a Senior Online Services Software Engineer to build the scalable multiplayer backbone for their next AAA sports title. This role involves owning the full lifecycle of online features, developing custom backend services, and implementing game client logic. The engineer will partner with designers, artists, and producers to create seamless connected experiences.
Requirements
- 5+ years of software engineering experience in game development
- Proficiency in C++, Go, and Python
- Strong understanding of distributed systems and networking protocols
- Experience building online or multiplayer game systems
- Experience working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL)
- Experience with Kubernetes, AWS, or similar cloud platforms
- Experience with observability tools (e.g., OpenTelemetry, DataDog)
- Familiarity with CI/CD concepts to support zero-downtime deployments
- Familiarity with event-driven architecture
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines
- Adaptable and comfortable navigating a growing organization
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 or similar game engines
- Track record of shipping AAA multiplayer titles
Benefits & Perks
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage
- 14 paid holidays per calendar year
- Paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program
- Up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year
- Paid parental and compassionate leave
- Wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support
- Family planning support through Maven
- Commuter benefits
- Reimbursements for fitness-related expenses
- Bonus and/or equity awards
- Eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program
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