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Senior Director, User Research
Company: 2K
Location: Remote
Posted Sep 20, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.LI-Onsite LI-Hybrid 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! Ultimately, you are the singular force that ensures our titles are tested and reported on to the highest possible quality. WHAT YOU’LL DO Own the vision for the future of how 2K conducts User Research, bringing new insights, strategies, and processes to the business Lead all aspects of a world-wide team of Researchers and Managers across all levels of experience Build a thoughtful approach to delivering developer and publisher focused testing strategies Supervise both in-house and externally hosted tests, maintaining positive relationships with key vendor partnersSupport your team in the planning, testing, and reporting of high quality insights for both Developers and 2K PublishingDevelop a detailed understanding of 2K's slate, Development Studios, and our overall ambitions to deliver player-focused products Continuously improve methodologies for successful User Testing Champion User Research - your team and their work - and the value it brings to our titlesWHAT WILL MAKE YOU A GREAT FITShown experience with a UR, UX, user-centered design, or human factors research background - preferably within the video game industryMinimum of 4 years leading people, preferably Researchers, with a human-centered Leadership approachStrong presentation skills (verbal and written), time and project management skillsAbility to lead and communicate across multiple fields of businessExperience managing, mitigating, and resolving risksHighly organized and self-directed, and capable of instilling that characteristic in othersAs 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. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. You will lead and grow a best-in-class User Research team and build its methodologies, facilities and practices to help deliver the next generation of titles in our portfolio. As a leader in this role you will partner with Publishing Senior and Executive Leadership as well as collaborators at our studio partners to define strategic approaches to qualitative feedback. You excel in an upbeat environment, driving the research strategy for multiple projects, keeping an eye on the big picture, but are detail oriented enough to spot the small things that make all the difference. We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. 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 California at the start of employment is expected to be between $195,000 and $290,000 per Year. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!WHAT WE NEEDWelcome to one of the secret ingredients in what makes 2K's games outstanding.
Motion Capture Scenic Carpenter (Temporary)
Company: 2K
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Sep 20, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Some of our work is fairly simple, but we appreciate the more challenging builds and find inspiration in the troubleshooting.2+ years woodworking experience in a scenic/prop environment 1+ years of other fabrication experience - metal, upholstery, sewing, 3D printing, CNC operating, etcMust be dependable and flexible to work on studio/shop needsAble to lift 65lbsExcellent communication skills both verbal and writtenWorking knowledge of email and Microsoft office suiteBonus Points:Experience with Motion CaptureExperience with performance-based builds such as Theatre/FilmExperience with plastics, fabric, puppets, and paintExperience and interest with other production disciplines: 3D printing, CNC, Robotics,Machining, Rigging, electrics, etc The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $26 and $38 per Hour. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.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. Fabricators must be safe and comfortable using various saws, power tools, and building techniques. 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! 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. LI-Onsite This is a fast-paced environment with multiple projects with their own specific needs.We are filming motion capture, requiring a specific type of finishing work: good, solid, and safe surfaces for talent to interact with are very important, faux painting, fine woodworking, and visual realness less so. What You’ll DoConstruct props and set pieces for stage useWork efficiently both independently and with a teamIndustry best practices regarding safety proceduresAble to read and interpret build designsMust be organized, detail-oriented, and have an eye for qualityWillingness to modify builds as neededComfortable working in a fast pace environment and adaptable to changesMaintain shop organization and cleanliness throughout the dayUphold a professional work environmentComfortable learning and operating a scissor liftWhat Will Make You A Great FitA great fit for our team has a positive attitude and enjoys their work. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Past work in Motion Capture production is a major plus.
Senior Researcher Planner, Player Sciences & Strategy (Novato or Los Angeles, CA)
Company: 2K
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Sep 25, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. in market research, advertising, psychology, social science, or a related field .4+ years of experience in market research or in an advertising agency or related field, with a focus on strategic planning, brand development, and creative strategy.Experience conducting consumer research in the media, entertainment, or games industries.Experience with survey-based research (e.g., questionnaires, advanced logic, sampling and weighting strategies) and statistical software (SPSS, SAS, R, and/or Python)Experience conducting international/cross-cultural research with strong knowledge of market-specific nuances.Proven expertise in qualitative methodologies including focus groups, IDIs, Ideations, Dyads, etc. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tell compelling stories that are data-backed, player-centric, and relatable.Creative thinking and the ability to translate research insights into actionable strategies.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing client relationships.Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.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, perform their essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.LI-Hybrid LI-MB1 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! This individual will work cross-functionally with marketing, strategy, and data science teams to ensure that player insights are used to drive innovative marketing campaigns and effective product positioning. What You’ll DoIdentify, design, and execute qualitative and quantitative market and player research studies to identify player preferences and behaviors that impact marketing decisions and commercial performance.Utilize a variety of research methods to uncover deep emotional insights into player perception, preferences, and motivations and apply these insights to brand development.Design surveys, experiments, and other research methodologies to gather consumer insights and measure key performance metrics.Work closely with creative teams to ensure research-driven insights are effectively integrated into campaign concepts, messaging, and creative executions. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. or B.S. Provide guidance to ensure alignment with strategic goals.Translate research findings into actionable recommendations that inform creative development and campaign strategies.Collaborate with external research vendors to design and execute studies, and ensure high-quality deliverables are met within agreed timelines and budgets.Lead global, tactical and foundational quantitative research to drive marketing and product strategy for our portfolio of titles.What Will Make You A Great FitB.A. Please contact us if you need a 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 California at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,000 and $150,000 per Year.
Senior Data Scientist, Mobile Analytics, Contract
Company: 2K
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Sep 13, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering Sciences (or a similar quantitative field) 2 years of experience in data science or analytics with large, complex, and multi-dimensional data setsExperience with statistical software packages for data manipulation (R or Python preferred)Expert in using SQL to query and join relational databases and flat filesAdvanced experience with Tableau or other similar visualisation toolsExperience working with multiple partners in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven track record of collaborating with other team members across all levels of the organisation Bonus pointsMasters or PhD degree in a quantitative fieldKnowledge of free-to-play mobile game behaviour, economics, and/or performance marketingExperience working with live events and operations, preferably in a gaming or SaaS environmentPassion for mobile gaming and user growthPlease 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.LI-Remote This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States. or B.S. Finally, the ideal candidate will develop a deep familiarity with our mobile titles such that they are able to consistently deliver useful recommendations and drive meaningful changes in our mobile products.What We Think Will Make a Great Fit B.A. Being a solution oriented problem solver as well as a self-starter with passion, creativity, and enthusiasm to drive the results for meaningful changes are also going to be very critical for this role. This team member will be primarily focusing on 2K’s mobile games and be responsible for rapidly identifying business problems, crunching data, translating that information into digestible reports, setting up dashboards, and providing useful data insights to our development team. What You Will DoWorking closely with development teams to provide insights to understand the impact of product decisions on game quality Determining what data needs to be captured to serve development team’s needs and summarising the data in the most useful format Analysing gameplay, marketing, and economy telemetry data to understand how feature, content, and balance adjustments are impacting the overall player experience, both before and after the product launches Analysing gameplay data to understand player behaviour and enhance the quality of the player experienceRegularly performing ad hoc analyses for our development, live ops, and performance marketing teams Presenting useful findings derived from data analysis in a variety of formatsCreating and distributing regular performance reports and dashboards that align with our established business critical metricsWho We Think Will Be a Great FitWe’re looking for an analyst who is eager to mine data for insights as well as test hypotheses rigorously by using data-driven techniques. As we grow our mobile game portfolio, the mobile analytics team is looking for a skilled and passionate Data Analyst.
Marketing Manager, Americas - NBA 2K
Company: 2K
Location: Remote
Posted Sep 20, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.LI-Onsite Los Angeles, CA is a potential location with frequent travel to Bay Area.What You Will DoReporting to the Senior Manager for NBA, Americas + Australia, you will be responsible driving marketing execution for the NBA business across US, Canada, and LATAM. You will participate in the following:Work with Americas Marketing Team to build integrated marketing plans that target specific audiences through unique and innovative consumer journeys and experiences.Partner with Global Marketing, Growth, and Player Connections teams to mine data and insight into consumer behaviors in each market.Develop materials for pitching ideas focused on strategy, audience, product, and ROI.Manage marketing America NBA marketing budgets and billing process, including POs, invoicing, IOs, and legal agreements.Manage day-to-day communications and relationship with media agency and internal performance media teams.Contribute to development of retail marketing plan in collaboration with channel marketing team.Take a lead role in the briefing process for both internal and external creative needs.Liaise between media, channel, and creative teams to build brand assets for paid media & retail campaigns within required timelines.Responsible for trafficking creative assets from internal teams to external agency, partners, and teams.Liaise with NBA, NBPA, and NBA team partnerships to create yearly plans.Develop ROI reports and postmortems that deliver learnings for future efforts.Proactively optimize processes and best practices to aid efficiency of internal and external relationships and work cycles.Be a true expert on our products, our consumers, our competitors, and culture.Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit4-7+ years of experience marketing experience working for a consumer brand on brand-side or account management agency side for high functioning brands.Experience executing large scale paid media campaigns with media agency/internal media teams.Experience executing retail marketing campaigns with retail/sales teams.Excellent at managing budgets, POs and tracking marketing spends.Highly organized, detail-oriented and deadline driven.Proactive approach.Creative and strategic thinker who is not afraid to push boundaries and explore never-been-done ideas.Excellent multi-tasking and self-management skills.Passion for NBA, Sports Culture, and Video Games. The ideal candidate should be passionate about basketball, sports, video games, and pop culture. Knows NBA 2K well.Games marketing experience a plus.Experience in a matrix organization a plus. Bonus for experience in a US or North America marketing department.Self-starter, able to take ownership over tasks and carry them throughout to the end.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 California at the start of employment is expected to be between $90,000and $130,000 per annually. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work on-site at our facilities in Novato, CA. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Senior Researcher Planner, Player Sciences & Strategy
Company: 2K
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Sep 25, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. in market research, advertising, psychology, social science, or a related field .4+ years of experience in market research or in an advertising agency or related field, with a focus on strategic planning, brand development, and creative strategy.Experience conducting consumer research in the media, entertainment, or games industries.Experience with survey-based research (e.g., questionnaires, advanced logic, sampling and weighting strategies) and statistical software (SPSS, SAS, R, and/or Python)Experience conducting international/cross-cultural research with strong knowledge of market-specific nuances.Proven expertise in qualitative methodologies including focus groups, IDIs, Ideations, Dyads, etc. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tell compelling stories that are data-backed, player-centric, and relatable.Creative thinking and the ability to translate research insights into actionable strategies.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing client relationships.Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.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, perform their essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.LI-Hybrid LI-MB1 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! This individual will work cross-functionally with marketing, strategy, and data science teams to ensure that player insights are used to drive innovative marketing campaigns and effective product positioning. What You’ll DoIdentify, design, and execute qualitative and quantitative market and player research studies to identify player preferences and behaviors that impact marketing decisions and commercial performance.Utilize a variety of research methods to uncover deep emotional insights into player perception, preferences, and motivations and apply these insights to brand development.Design surveys, experiments, and other research methodologies to gather consumer insights and measure key performance metrics.Work closely with creative teams to ensure research-driven insights are effectively integrated into campaign concepts, messaging, and creative executions. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. or B.S. Provide guidance to ensure alignment with strategic goals.Translate research findings into actionable recommendations that inform creative development and campaign strategies.Collaborate with external research vendors to design and execute studies, and ensure high-quality deliverables are met within agreed timelines and budgets.Lead global, tactical and foundational quantitative research to drive marketing and product strategy for our portfolio of titles.What Will Make You A Great FitB.A. Please contact us if you need a 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 California at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,000 and $140,000 per Year.
Director, Customer Lifecycle and Support Services
Company: 2K
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posted Sep 16, 2023
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. You'll balance strategic vision, thought leadership, execution excellence, continuous improvement and providing leadership to a team of IT Support personnel. You will spot trends and turn them into broader change programs, and you'll inspire and grow an excellent team.8+ years building and running global customer support teams, preferably with experience in gaming, media or technology sectors. Strong executive presence and communication skills, with ability to engage and influence senior executives. Outstanding team management, coaching and mentoring skills.Experience leading a distributed team of 10+ Technical Support System Administrators.Experience with vendor management and global contingent workforce management.Lead Support operations and measure success through customer support metrics and KPIs.Exceptional project management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment5+ years of experience with ServiceNow or similar platformExperience across operating systems, hardware, software and platforms (ex Jira, Confluence, Slack, O365, Google Workplace, Jamf, AirWatch, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS)BS in computer science, engineering or relevant experienceKnowledge of gaming industry terms and standards is a plusGeneral understanding of/experience with network protocols, server room/data center management and/or security standard methodologies is a plusSome type of credentialing (MCSE, CCNA, CompTIA Network+) is a plusWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.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.LI-Onsite We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. A strong candidate will need to be very comfortable diving into technical issues while putting the customer's experience at the forefront.WHAT YOU WILL DODrive improvements to the employee experience lifecycle and support services to enable growth and revenue creation for our global business.Responsible for Global Service Desk team management, including hiring diverse talent, improving productivity, allocating and applying resources efficiently, motivating teams, and handling attrition and training across multiple locations.Leverage ServiceNow to build out world-class processes for incident, request, knowledgebase and the self-service portal for our global company. Lead centralized access management team focusing on processes around onboarding, changes and offboarding for employees, contractors and vendors. You will be able to use data effectively, be a strong problem solver and be able to demonstrate a depth of knowledge across technology. Measure success with data.Drive improvements to current and future support chatbot solutions.Create and tune dashboards and reports surfacing important metrics to identify and improve support processes. Measure global IT support with enterprise support experience surveys Accountable for asset management responsibilitiesCollaborate with IT service owners and internal business partners to identify and evolve service needs.Ensure any escalated issues are resolved quickly with high customer satisfaction and engage with customers when needed.Collaborate with Technical Infrastructure and Security teams to resolve customer issues rapidly.Speed up resolution times through accountability, enablement, launching tools, and building the right processes.Lead enterprise support communicationsDrive daily issue management success from detection to resolution and dissatisfaction issues for users leading to ongoing enhanced customer experiences.Evaluate and provide strategic feedback and critical metrics to development studios regarding current processes and tools to identify areas of improvement across the support organization.Lead all support desk planning, projects, training and onsite implementations. Point of escalation for any support tickets that are not resolved in a timely manner.WHO WE THINK WILL BE A GREAT FITIn this role, you will be a multifaceted leader with global service organization experience, who can be “hands-on” while understanding the bigger picture.
Senior Director, User Research
Company: 2K
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Sep 25, 2023
2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! Ultimately, you are the singular force that ensures our titles are tested and reported on to the highest possible quality. WHAT YOU’LL DO Own the vision for the future of how 2K conducts User Research, bringing new insights, strategies, and processes to the business Lead all aspects of a world-wide team of Researchers and Managers across all levels of experience Build a thoughtful approach to delivering developer and publisher focused testing strategies Supervise both in-house and externally hosted tests, maintaining positive relationships with key vendor partnersSupport your team in the planning, testing, and reporting of high quality insights for both Developers and 2K PublishingDevelop a detailed understanding of 2K's slate, Development Studios, and our overall ambitions to deliver player-focused products Continuously improve methodologies for successful User Testing Champion User Research - your team and their work - and the value it brings to our titlesWHAT WILL MAKE YOU A GREAT FITShown experience with a UR, UX, user-centered design, or human factors research background - preferably within the video game industryMinimum of 4 years leading people, preferably Researchers, with a human-centered Leadership approachStrong presentation skills (verbal and written), time and project management skillsAbility to lead and communicate across multiple fields of businessExperience managing, mitigating, and resolving risksHighly organized and self-directed, and capable of instilling that characteristic in othersAs 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. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. You will lead and grow a best-in-class User Research team and build its methodologies, facilities and practices to help deliver the next generation of titles in our portfolio. As a leader in this role you will partner with Publishing Senior and Executive Leadership as well as collaborators at our studio partners to define strategic approaches to qualitative feedback. You excel in an upbeat environment, driving the research strategy for multiple projects, keeping an eye on the big picture, but are detail oriented enough to spot the small things that make all the difference. 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.LI-Hybrid We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!WHAT WE NEEDWelcome to one of the secret ingredients in what makes 2K's games outstanding. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. WHO WE ARE2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
Company: 2K
Location: Austin, TX
Posted Sep 13, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. efficiency, often working across team boundaries to share best practices, test requirements, etc.- Report and track quality-centric metrics to stakeholders, and use that data to drive conversations around quality and development health- Actively mentor and spend time developing others, improving their test knowledge and engineering practices- Strategic about your work and drive quality methods into all stages of product development- Key influencer of team strategy and make sure customers are not impacted by engineering quality problemsWHAT YOU WILL NEED:- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (preferred) or equivalent experience with at least 5 years experience in owning complex automated testing solutions.- Proficient with Javascript, GO, Java, and/or C++ (and their automated test frameworks)- Experienced in design, implementation, deployment and maintenance of automated E2E, and functional testing frameworks (Cypress, Mocha, Chai, Javascript, TestCafe, etc. We offer an extensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k and ESPP.WHAT YOU WILL DO:- This position will focus on driving quality by developing automated solutions to execute functional, non-functional, integration, and regression, testing for end to end journey testing across a variety of services/applications- Actively participate in requirements review/story elaborations , automation test planning, test data creation and execution of these activities to deliver high quality products and incremental value with every iteration.- Design, develop and maintain test tools and automation framework(s)- Plan, design and implement complex test scenarios, including multi-user distributed automated testing- Track performance metrics, optimize product verification and release processes, collaborate with Engineers, QA, and others across teams and projects- Perform and own the process for automation code reviews with developers and other QA team members- Enable Quality Assurance Engineers to author automation test scripts, implement automation best practices and help lay the foundation of scalable automated test solutions- Work to improve engineer (i.e., Developer, QAE, Automation Engineer, etc.) )- Proficient with QA standards, automated test principles, patterns, and applications- Experience working collaboratively with team members on a common codebase using version control tools (Perforce, Git)- Experienced or knowledgeable with test orchestration tools (Jenkins)- Experienced with databases (Mongo, SQL, Dynamo, Spark), backend services and integrations- Experienced with performance testing and/or capacity testing tools and practices- Experienced with the administration of Jenkins or similar continuous deployment tools- Experienced with cloud infrastructure (AWS) is a plusThe pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $120,000k and $150,000k per year. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.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. 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! 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. LI-Remote Your position will see you:- Lead a diverse technical test team using automation to validate back-end services and software libraries- Design, develop and maintain test tools and automation framework(s)- Use world-class technologies to deliver excellent gaming experiences to millions- Maintain a supportive and inclusive work environmentAs one of the most recognized and talented technology companies in the world today, we strive to hire team members who are customer-centric, motivated and who have experiences that bring new perspectives to the company. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios.
US Engineering Graduate Rotational Program
Company: 2K
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 17, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Placement details are organized based on factors like visa requirements, game timelines, and business needs. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. While primarily based in Novato, California, you will have opportunities to visit other studios for designated periods (subject to visa constraints).Each candidate will have the opportunity to complete up to 3 studio rotations in the 21-month duration of the programDesired Skills & ExperienceGraduate degree, in a relevant industry such as Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, etc.Excellent programming skillsStrong numerical and technical skillsProficiency in programming languages such as C++, C, Python (C++ is essential)Solid understanding of fundamental algorithms and data structures, along with pattern familiarityFamiliarity with source control (Perforce preferred)Exceptional debugging and analytical capabilitiesExcellent attention to detailProactive and fast learner, confident in tackling new challenges with little guidanceReady To Impress Us? Demonstrate your excellence by sharing your GitHub profile and showcasing some of the cool and interesting things you can do. How To Apply Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The program runs for 21 months, including 3 months of core-training and project work, followed by 18 months during which you will work directly for some incredible 2K-partnered studios, including Hangar13, HB, Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Mass Media Group and many more. These rotations expose you to diverse engineering environments and cultures, enabling you to contribute to a range of exhilarating projects, including major 2K releases! Here, you will dive into the heart of the action, gaining hands-on experience across our remarkable portfolio of games. Compensation, Benefits & OpportunitiesAs well as a highly competitive salary, we offer private medical insurance, dental insurance, pension scheme, income protection, monthly fitness allowance, work phone, wellness schemes, an office gym and other benefits.Upon completing the 21-month program, you'll be primed for a full-time role within our studios, enabling you to continue your Engineering journey and contribute to shaping the future of 2K Games.Graduate Training ProgramThis program starts July 2024 and will run for 21 months.The 2K Engineering Graduate Program is your gateway to becoming a future Game Developer. Collaborate on exciting group projects, receive guided code reviews and excel within a professional ecosystem.Studio Rotations:In this program, you will get the opportunity to work hands-on with some of our incredible studios, actively contributing to different areas of specialization and projects across 2K’s well-known game portfolio. Over 21 months, your personalized program will encompass:Core Skills Rotation – Dive into 3 months of intensive training, building foundational competencies.Studio Rotations – Engage in 6-month stints at diverse 2K-partnered game studios.
Environment Artist Temp
Company: 2K
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Sep 19, 2023
) Nice to Have:Experience with working with modular assetsExperience with Substance Designer, Perforce, or ShotgunAlong with your application, please submit a portfolio of professional or personal work samples, demonstrating successful understanding and application of industry standard practices. To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com Our studios in Agoura Hills, Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry. What We Need:Our Novato studio is looking for an experienced Environment Artist to contribute to the next iteration of the award-winning NBA 2K franchise. In this role, you will be responsible for modeling, texturing, and lighting realistic and visually compelling environments, arenas, and story-based locations. What You Will Do:Model, texture and set dress high-quality environmentsAbide by strict guidelines when dealing with scale, positioning, and UVsUse proprietary software for tasks such as refining the look of materials and set dressing environmentsTest build and troubleshoot environments to make sure they are error-free before submitting them to the gameProactively seek feedback to ensure accuracy and quality standards are metCollaborate with other artists and departments throughout the production process Who Will Be A Great Fit:2+ years of experience as an Environment Artist within the video games industryExtremely proficient in the creation of high-quality, clean, and efficient environment assetsAbility to adapt to proprietary software and incorporate it into their workflowTechnical enough to check the art within our gameStrong application and knowledge of Maya, Zbrush, Substance Painter and/or other art creation toolsAn eye for attractive environments and texture creationSkillful in creating both hard surface and organic assetsKnowledge of working with hi-res meshes and baking details onto low-res versionsStrong communication skills and a high attention to detailAbility to work with a high degree of self-directionLove for video games (not just ours! As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play.
Junior CG Artist (Temporary)
Company: 2K
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 17, 2023
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, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! Our team processes all of the facial scan data for 2K’s sports titles, including NBA 2K, WWE 2K, and PGA Tour 2K. Also, each of our clients has specific data delivery needs/formats, so willingness to learn and understand specific pipelines and workflows is essential to success in this role. We expect this assignment to last up to 12 months. What You’ll DoSculpt high-resolution characters from photogrammetry data Create clean game retopology, UVs and textures Interpret photographic reference and scansWork with art lead to learn best practices/retopology pipeline Work with outsourcing partners as neededWhat Will Make You A Great FitWillingness to accept direction and redo/reiterate work until it is right1+ year experience in the video game industry1+ year of experience with MayaExperience with facial anatomy, rigging, organic modeling preferredKnowledge of scripting with MEL and Python preferredExcellent communication skills, coordinating and working with multiple departments to achieve set goalsActive, passionate interest in current video games and technology to help drive our products to the next levelPortfolio/website demonstrating technical skillsAs 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. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. To manage these varied projects, adeptness in working between multiple programs and processes is incredibly valuable. We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!What We NeedWe are looking for a talented, enthusiastic artist to join our post-production team, specializing in facial retopology.