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2K Boston | Employees: 55

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2K Boston, the studio that brought you the 2007 game of the year Bioshock, is looking to expand its team as we set out to raise the bar once again.

Job:
Lead Multiplayer Engineer | 2K Boston  | Quincy MA 02169 USA | Full Time
Job Description:
What you would be doing:


• Leading multiple engineers within a proven team to design and build a network frontend and backend support for an action-packed AAA multiplayer title

• Advising engineers on how to properly architect their systems for optimal multiplayer support

• Extending and enhancing Unreal Engine 3 with proprietary networking tech to address gameplay, performance, platform, production, tools, and QA needs

• Interfacing with Microsoft, Sony, and other providers for matching-making and other services
• Working with the Technical Director, Lead Programmer, and IT Director to plan and execute major changes to core technology or backend services
• Responsible for delivering a robust, scalable, and responsive multiplayer gameplay code and backend services for the PC, PS3, and Xbox 360 platforms
Requirements:

• Shipped at least one commercial game titles, preferably on a console

• Excellent interpersonal skills, desire to mentor other engineers, and ability to adapt to rapidly-changing requirements

• Deep understanding of strategies for data replication and bandwidth/latency optimization

• Excellent C++ proficiency and software engineering intuition
Things would that really make you stand out:

• Extensive understanding of Unreal Engine networking

• Experience with Xbox Live Server Pages, Title Managed Storage, and/or the Sony equivalents

• Previous experience developing network backend support on a multi-console title with support for matchmaking, stat tracking and analysis, in-game push updates, etc

Please include "Lead Multiplayer Programmer" in the subject of your email

“Please note you must be authorized to work in the US to be considered for this position. 2K Boston, a subsidiary of Take Two Interactive Software, is an Equal Opportunity Employer”
Categories: Programmer / Engineer
Work Site: On site

City

 State

 Postal
 Code

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Quincy

 MA

 02169

 USA
Contact Name: Ryan Oddey
Email:
Phone: 6176575935
Website: http://www.2KBoston.com
Job Code: Lead Multiplayer Engineer