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Full-Time

Vice President

Global Services

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2K

2K

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops and publishes interactive video games

Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$230k - $310kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Awards

Senior, Expert

Novato, CA, USA

Category
Game Engineering
Software Engineering
Requirements
  • 10+ years previous work experience as a co-development professional. Engineering experience a plus.
  • 5+ years in a leadership role as a people focused mentor and lead.
  • Proficiency in leading multi-discipline development teams.
  • Experience incorporating new tools into distributed teams and technology stacks.
  • Passionate about learning new technologies, tools, or platform technologies.
  • Ability to offer creative / technical expertise, and mentoring to developers on varied projects.
  • The ability to influence Developer culture and aim to keep communication channels as transparent as possible.
  • Experience creating impactful processes to identify and develop talent within the Global Services department.
  • Successful track record of establishing and leading multi-location development operations.
  • A Development partner that is able to build trust between our development teams and the shared services team.
  • A desire to balance the business needs with the creative needs of our products and deliver the highest quality products to our customers.
Responsibilities
  • Partner with our game studios to provide proactive co-development resources that will enhance their development teams.
  • Drive a collaborative co-development culture and promote Best-In-Class methodologies and services to our partners.
  • Lead and champion our department heads in support of career growth, team mentorship and a clear north star.
  • Participate in project planning, early stage estimation, and breakdown of project needs.
  • Collaborate with studio leadership to collect and implement future opportunities for SDLC improvement.
  • Responsible for establishing what excellent looks like, and help the teams realize what extraordinary is.
  • Lead the effort to research new technologies to continually improve our service and technology offerings.
  • Drive the quarterly business reviews with the department heads to demonstrate the impact the team is having on speeding up development velocity.

2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment, focusing primarily on video games for a wide audience that includes casual gamers, hardcore enthusiasts, and professional eSports players. The company collaborates with well-known game development studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games to create popular titles such as "The Quarry" and "TopSpin 2K25." 2K's games are available through digital downloads and physical copies, and they also generate revenue from downloadable content (DLC), in-game purchases, and exclusive content partnerships. This diverse revenue model, along with their strong collaborations, sets 2K apart from competitors in the video game publishing industry. The company's goal is to deliver high-quality, engaging gaming experiences that appeal to a broad range of players.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Novato, California

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

27%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

27%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 2K's recent acquisition of Gearbox and the development of the next Borderlands game highlight its commitment to expanding its portfolio and market presence.
  • The announcement of Civilization VII and the revival of the TopSpin series demonstrate 2K's dedication to both innovation and nostalgia, appealing to a broad audience.
  • Collaborations with major sports leagues like the NFL and FIFA position 2K as a leader in sports gaming, attracting a dedicated fanbase and potential eSports opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive nature of the video game industry requires constant innovation and high-quality releases to maintain market position.
  • Dependence on high-profile licenses, such as FIFA, could pose risks if these partnerships are not renewed or if the games fail to meet expectations.

What makes 2K unique

  • 2K's collaboration with renowned studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games ensures high-quality, engaging titles that stand out in the competitive gaming market.
  • The company's multifaceted revenue model, including game sales, DLC, in-game purchases, and exclusive content partnerships, provides diversified income streams.
  • 2K's ability to secure high-profile licenses, such as the FIFA franchise, and develop games across various genres, from sports to horror, sets it apart from competitors.

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Benefits

Health Care Benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA) Including Company Contribution

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Life and Disability Benefits

Group Legal Plan

Wellbeing Program

Childcare Benefits

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Generous Compassionate Leave

Companywide End of Year Break