Systems Engineer (Tools)

Firaxis Games is seeking a motivated Systems Engineer to join our development team. We're looking for an engineer with a strong foundation in software development who enjoys working on a diverse set of challenging problems. In this role, candidates will serve as a domain expert in Systems and Tools utilizing Unreal Tech. We need candidates that bring a passion for building foundational systems to support our next generation of games. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to communicate easily and effectively with fellow coders, designers and artists.

What You Will Do

• Design and develop systems to support various game features

• Build and design tools both inside outside of the Unreal Editor that support content creators

• Set high standards for code quality, performance, and maintainability

• Assist team to resolve difficult technical issues and address Unreal Engine-related challenges

• Identify and bring to attention problematic changes and issues in a timely manner

Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit

• 3+ years of engineering experience using Unreal Engine

• A broad knowledge of Unreal's internals

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills

• Highly proficient in C++ programming language.

• Comfortable with multi-threading, templates, and optimizing

• Strong problem solving and debugging skills.

• Self-motivated and passionate about games.

• Good team communication skills, able to translate rough ideas into concrete implementations

Pluses:

• Experience with Unreal Engine 5 Editor and Slate

• Prior Tools experience

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.

The pay range for this position in Maryland at the start of employment is expected to be between $98,100 and $145,200 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.