Associate Gameplay Engineer

2K’s Cat Daddy studio based in Kirkland Washington was started 25+ years ago by industry veterans and is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive within the 2K Label. The studio is a fun dedicated family of incredibly hardworking game developers. We have shipped games on almost every genre and platform with a current focus on mobile games.
What We Need:

Cat Daddy is seeking an Associate Gameplay Engineer to provide development support for our mobile game title(s).  In this role you will work with an agile team of artists designers and programmers to design develop write implement and debug code for new gameplay features. This role requires you to work onsite in the Kirkland WA studio location. 

What You Will Do:

• Design code solutions develop write implement and debug code for new and upgraded mobile games
• Generate system documentation and test cases for assigned systems
• Collaborate with the QA staff to identify and fix bugs in a timely manner
• Work with proprietary existing software technology and build new technology in order to fulfill the project’s technical requirements and design goals
• Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks

 Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Experience developing video games ideally for mobile
• Experience working on core gameplay systems user interface and / or AI
• Excellent team skills and a positive attitude
• Experience in C / C++ / C#
• Ability to learn and master new technologies and code
• Ability to work independently and efficiently under deadlines
• Prior experience in iOS or Android programming is a big plus
• A passion for gaming
  

At Cat Daddy we believe diversity of experience is fundamental to crafting accessible and fun gaming experiences for *all* of our players. We encourage everyone to consider being a part of our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. 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. 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. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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The pay range for this position in Washington at the start of employment is expected to be between $71400 and $105660 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.

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What We Do

2K is headquartered in Novato California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). 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. 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. 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! 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! 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!

Why Work With Us

We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We push ourselves creatively to do the best work of our careers. We’re direct open and you’ll probably meet some new best friends – along with their dogs – sitting nearby. In short it’s kinda awesome.

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