Gameplay Engineer
thatgamecompany$49,530 - $149,243/year
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, Sports GamesIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional game development or relevant simulation engineering experience
- Exceptional command of modern C++ (C++17/20) and deep understanding of memory management, performance profiling, and optimization on modern hardware
- In-depth, hands-on experience and familiarity with Unreal Engine 4/5 source code
- Proven track record building and scaling Agent Behavior systems, preferably using UE5's MassEntity/Smart Objects or equivalent proprietary technology
- Expertise in Animation Pipeline Engineering, including knowledge of IK, motion warping, and efficient data structures for skeletal mesh updates
Responsibilities
- Architect and implement highly performant, scalable simulation systems (Crowd, NPC) that support thousands of concurrent, active agents in the game world
- Develop and maintain character pipeline and runtime
- Build Level of Detail (LOD) systems and culling techniques to handle computational load of distant or non-critical actors without compromising visual fidelity
- Collaborate with AI and Design teams to translate high-level design goals into robust, maintainable, and fun player-facing features
Skills
C++
C++17
C++20
Unreal Engine 5
UE5
memory management
performance profiling
optimization
LOD systems
culling techniques
actor simulation
crowd simulation
NPC systems
character pipeline
2K
Develops and publishes interactive video games
About 2K
2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment, focusing primarily on video games for a wide audience that includes casual gamers, hardcore enthusiasts, and professional eSports players. The company collaborates with well-known game development studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games to create popular titles such as "The Quarry" and "TopSpin 2K25." 2K's games are available through digital downloads and physical copies, and they also generate revenue from downloadable content (DLC), in-game purchases, and exclusive content partnerships. This diverse revenue model, along with their strong collaborations, sets 2K apart from competitors in the video game publishing industry. The company's goal is to deliver high-quality, engaging gaming experiences that appeal to a broad range of players.
Novato, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consumer Software, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Health Care Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA) Including Company Contribution
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401k Retirement Plan
Life and Disability Benefits
Group Legal Plan
Wellbeing Program
Childcare Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Generous Compassionate Leave
Companywide End of Year Break
Risks
Denuvo in NBA 2K25 may cause performance issues, sparking community backlash.
Project Ethos faces challenges in a saturated free-to-play shooter market.
High expectations for FIFA 2K25 could pressure 2K to compete with EA's FIFA series.
Differentiation
2K collaborates with top-tier studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games.
2K's diverse portfolio includes sports, horror, and simulation games.
2K's partnerships with major sports leagues enhance brand visibility and engagement.
Upsides
2K's acquisition of the FIFA license opens new market opportunities.
Project Ethos aligns with successful free-to-play models like Fortnite.
Mobile gaming expansion with NFL 2K Playmakers taps into a growing market.
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