Systems Engineer at 2K

Novato, California, United States

2K Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
GamingIndustries

Requirements

  • 2+ years of systems engineering experience specifically with Perforce Helix Core
  • Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing and resolving complex system performance and operational issues
  • Proficient in automation and scripting to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime
  • Strong collaboration skills, effectively partnering with cross-functional teams
  • A continuous learner, actively staying informed about emerging technologies, improvements, and best practices related to Perforce

Responsibilities

  • Maintain, monitor, and optimize Perforce Helix Core infrastructure for high availability, performance, and security
  • Administer server configurations, triggers, permissions, and integrations
  • Implement best practices for reliability, data integrity, backup, and disaster recovery
  • Collaborate with development and tools engineering teams to refine synchronization strategies, repository organization, and CI/CD workflows
  • Provide expert-level training, support, and troubleshooting for development teams using Perforce
  • Develop detailed documentation on system architecture, processes, and operational procedures
  • Monitor performance and resource utilization, proactively addressing bottlenecks
  • Automate routine administrative tasks and maintain infrastructure as code repositories

Skills

Perforce
Helix Core
Source Control
Automation
Infrastructure Management
Scalability
Reliability

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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