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Senior Gameplay Online Engineer

2K · Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Posted about 3 months ago

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This role has been open
80 days
2K's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
5% of 2K's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at 2K
high
120 stale, 5 reposted of 123 open
Hiring momentum
179 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-22

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from 2K's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for 2K.

About this role

The Senior Gameplay Online Services Engineer will be responsible for designing and building scalable backend services for a new AAA sports title, focusing on multiplayer features. Daily tasks include developing client-side systems in C++, implementing monitoring for services, and collaborating with various teams to enhance online experiences. The role also involves mentoring team members and conducting code reviews to maintain quality standards.

Our read on this posting2.2out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of 2K as an employer.

What you need

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience in game development
  • Proficiency in C++, Go, and Python
  • Strong understanding of distributed systems and networking protocols
  • Experience building online or multiplayer game systems
  • Experience working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL)
  • Experience with Kubernetes, AWS, or similar cloud platforms

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 or similar game engines
  • Track record of shipping AAA multiplayer titles
  • Passion for playing or watching sports

What you get

  • Base pay range of $96,400 to $142,660 per year
  • Potential for bonuses and/or equity awards
  • Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • The company is newly founded in 2023, which may imply a developing culture and processes
  • Pay range is broad and may vary based on individual factors
  • Details on benefits will be provided upon job offer, not upfront

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Listed by 2K on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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