Vancouver, Canada On-site Employment

Visual Concepts is hiring a Lead Software Engineer

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of engineers building presentation systems in UE5
  • Develop cameras, cinematics, replays, and broadcast-style presentation features
  • Build crowd, commentary, and stadium atmosphere systems
  • Drive technical direction for the presentation area alongside studio leadership
  • Partner with art, design, animation, and production to deliver features
  • Oversee integration between DCC tools and the game engine
  • Mentor and develop engineers, including managing direct reports
  • Conduct code reviews and uphold engineering quality across the team

Requirements

  • 8+ years of software engineering experience in game development
  • Proven expertise in C++ and Python
  • People management experience balancing hands-on work with leadership
  • Deep familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 or similar game engines
  • Broad experience across presentation systems like cameras, cinematics, or crowds
  • Strong understanding of tech art, animation, and DCC pipelines
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Nice to Have

  • Experience developing broadcast-style presentation for sports games
  • Familiarity with audio systems, commentary engines, or crowd simulation
  • Track record of shipping AAA titles in a leadership role
  • Passion for playing or watching sports

Work Arrangement

On-site — Vancouver, BC

Additional Information

  • Base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other business considerations
  • Total compensation may include bonus and/or equity awards
  • Eligibility to participate in 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Regular, full-time employees are eligible for 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
  • Reimbursements for fitness-related expenses
  • Reasonable accommodation available for qualified individuals with disabilities
  • 2K Games and its studios only use 2K.com accounts for official communication; do not trust emails from personal accounts or instant messaging apps
Required Skills
C++Python
About company
Visual Concepts
One of the world’s top game development studios, known for shipping over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success, including the NBA 2K franchise.
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Job Details
Department 2K Sports Lab
Category management
Posted 15 days ago