Lead Developer - Tools

Who We Are

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, HB Studios, Gearbox, and 2K SportsLab. 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 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA®️ 2K, renowned BioShock®️, Borderlands®️, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization®️ and XCOM®️ brands; popular WWE®️ 2K and WWE®️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin 2K25, as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR®️ 2K

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!

What We Need

A Lead Developer  focused on pipeline products and data systems. You are a multi-functional engineer who loves building software across all tech stacks. You might develop a data warehouse with an AI enabled interface or automate repeatable dev processes that are slowing us down. You have a strong sense of systems architecture and a passion for creating tools that solve high level bottlenecks. You can lead engineers and collaborate with leaders and stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a team of developers to develop products and tools across a breadth of domains, including game engine, pipeline, DCC, and web tools.
• Partner with the Directors and Product Managers to estimate and solve complex pipeline inefficiencies with innovative, often AI enabled solutions.
• Collaborate with studio partners to assess technical requirements for build systems and deployment tools.
• Participate in project planning, estimation, and the technical breakdown of complex initiatives.