Senior Engine Programmer

Company: 2K Games, Inc.
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: January 16, 2025

Job Description:

WE ARE GAMEMAKERSWho we are:We are a diverse team of developers driven by a passion for our art, united by our core values and inspired by a culture of inclusivity to build amazing games that thrill players everywhere. We pursue growth and innovation in an environment of safety and trust. Our culture is built on the belief that the more varied voices in our collective will strengthen our team and our games. We are looking for our next teammate who will raise our bar and make us better.What we need:31st Union is looking for a Senior Software Engineer that can own major runtime systems - designing and implementing performant and maintainable solutions for our AAA multiplatform title. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in low-level systems programming, with a deep understanding of performance optimization, memory management, and cross-platform development. You will collaborate closely with other teams, including gameplay, graphics, and tools, to ensure seamless integration of new systems while maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency.Responsibilities:

• Write clean, maintainable, and performant code
• Collaborate with content and engineering teams to identify and validate solutions
• Prioritize tasks and factor development efforts accordingly
• Identify limitations of current solutions and propose new approaches when needed
• Profile, optimize, and tune for multiple platforms while addressing build and productivity blockers
• Mentor junior programmers and model best practices within the teamRequired Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of programming experience on commercial software projects or at least one shipped AAA game, preferably in Unreal
  • Fluency in C/C++, multithreading, 3D math, and memory systems
  • Strong debugging and optimization skills for complex systems
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new technologies quickly
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teamsRelevant Experience:
    • Functional knowledge of PS5 and Xbox Series X/S development tools
    • Experience with Unreal Engine 5
    • Experience with content pipelines
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Keywords: 2K Games, Inc., San Jose , Senior Engine Programmer, IT / Software / Systems , San Mateo, California