2K

Video Games

SeniorEngineer,Server

$118–174k United States Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Senior Engineer, Server at 2K. Skills: Server-side development, Distributed systems, C++, Python. Work in backend architecture. Design and optimize distributed systems”

What You'll Achieve.

build high-performance backend services; delivering world-class online experiences; ensure scalability, reliability, and fault tolerance; handle millions of concurrent players; support high-volume, real-time transactions; focus on low latency and stability; enable seamless online gameplay experiences

Industry & Context.

Video Games

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of professional software development experience, focus on backend and server-side systems, proficiency in C++, solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles, Proficiency in one or more scripting languages such as Python, PHP, Perl, or Ruby, Understanding of distributed and scalable systems, Proven experience with multithreaded programming, BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience in large-scale software development

Nice to Have

preference for Python, experience developing secure transaction systems, including virtual currency and account-based features, Skilled in database optimization, including connection management and query performance tuning, Familiarity with online gaming architectures and service design for live, connected player experiences, Video game console development experience is highly beneficial, Love for video games

What You'll Do.

Work in backend architecture

Design and optimize distributed systems

Build and maintain large-scale computing solutions

Develop efficient database structures

Deliver high-performance backend services

Partner with engineering and design teams

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with engineering and design teams

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