Server Engineer - NBA 2K — RemoteHunter, United States

About Our Client:

The organization operates within the video game development industry, focusing on creating engaging and innovative gaming experiences. With multiple studios worldwide and a portfolio of over 100 titles, it addresses the challenge of delivering high-quality, creative game content through diverse and empowered teams dedicated to artistry and technology.

About the Opportunity:

The SERVER ENGINEER role supports the NBA 2K team by developing and maintaining backend systems that enable online gameplay. The position is crucial for building scalable, reliable, and efficient services that handle large-scale, real-time player interactions, directly impacting the online experience of a major sports game franchise.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain backend architecture supporting NBA 2K’s online features

• Design distributed systems ensuring scalability and fault tolerance

• Build large-scale computing solutions for millions of concurrent players

• Optimize database structures and queries for high-volume real-time transactions

• Deliver backend services focused on low latency and stability

• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to support seamless online gameplay

Requirements:

• 3+ years of professional software development experience focused on backend/server-side systems

• Proficiency in C++ and object-oriented programming

• Experience with scripting languages like Python or JavaScript

• Knowledge of distributed and scalable systems

• Experience with multithreaded programming in real-time environments

• Ability to research and integrate emerging technologies

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience

• Experience with secure transaction systems is a plus

• Skilled in database optimization and SQL databases

• Familiarity with online gaming architectures

• Video game console development experience beneficial

• Passion for video games

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

• The pay range varies by location, for example, $102,900 - $137,200 per year in California Remote, and $92,600 - $123,400 in several other states

• Compensation may include bonuses, equity awards, and a full range of benefits

• Employment is at-will with salary subject to modification based on performance and market factors

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan eligibility

• Commuter benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation, sick days, and parental leave

• Wellness programs and family planning support

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note:

RemoteHunter is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.