[Hiring] Server Engineer @Visual Concepts

Role Description

We’re seeking an Engineer with a passion for server-side development to join the NBA 2K team! In this role, you’ll take ownership across a broad technical landscape, working in distributed systems, large-scale computing, and efficient databases to build high-performance backend services. Your work will play a key role in delivering world-class online experiences that power one of the most popular sports game franchises in the world. This role reports into Lead Director of Programming.

What You Will Do

• Work in the backend architecture and services that support NBA 2K’s online features
• Design and optimize distributed systems to ensure scalability, reliability, and fault tolerance
• Build and maintain large-scale computing solutions that handle millions of concurrent players
• Develop efficient database structures and queries to support high-volume, real-time transactions
• Deliver high-performance backend services with a focus on low latency and stability
• Partner with engineering and design teams to enable seamless online gameplay experiences

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on backend and server-side systems
• Strong proficiency in C++ with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles
• Proficiency in one or more scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Perl, or Ruby, with a strong preference for Python and JavaScript
• Understanding of distributed and scalable systems
• Proven experience with multithreaded programming, driving efficiency and stability across large-scale, real-time environments
• Demonstrated ability to research, evaluate, and integrate emerging technologies and trends to enhance team capabilities, platform performance, and product innovation
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience in large-scale software development
• Experience developing secure transaction systems, including virtual currency and account-based features, a strong plus
• Skilled in database optimization, including connection management and query performance tuning
• Familiarity with online gaming architectures and service design for live, connected player experiences
• Working knowledge of SQL databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar systems
• Video game console development experience is highly beneficial
• Love for video games (not just ours!)

Requirements

• US (All States except for WA)
• The pay range for this position in California Remote at the start of employment is expected to be between $102,900 - $137,200 per year.
• The pay range for this position in New York Remote at the start of employment is expected to be between $92,600 - $123,400 per year.
• The pay range for this position in New Jersey Remote at the start of employment is expected to be between $92,600 - $123,400 per year.
• The pay range for this position in Maryland Remote at the start of employment is expected to be between $92,600 - $123,400 per year.
• The pay range for this position in Colorado Remote at the start of employment is expected to be between $92,600 - $123,400 per year.
• However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.
• Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for employees in regular roles 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.
• If hired, employee will be in an "at-will 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.

Benefits

• Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including:
• 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

Company Description

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com