Full-Time

Data Analytics Tester

Posted on 9/26/2024

2K

2K

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops and publishes interactive video games

Consumer Software
Gaming

Entry, Junior

Austin, TX, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Austin, TX.

Category
Data Analysis
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
MySQL
SQL
Tableau
JIRA
Oracle
Data Analysis
Snowflake
Requirements
  • Technically proficient with PCs, game consoles, and mobile devices
  • Jira (or experience with other issue reporting tools)
  • Knowledge on RDBMS [Snowflake, Oracle, MYSQL] and SQL skills
  • Experience with BI tool like Tableau/Qlik
  • Game knowledge and desire to play and learn.
  • A positive attitude with the ability to work in a team environment
  • Minimum of 1 year of education or relevant work experience
  • Knowledge of ETL (Extraction, Transforming & Loading) reporting with database technologies.
Responsibilities
  • Test telemetry events by creating and executing complex SQL queries on raw data.
  • Identify areas of concern and recognize potential problems.
  • Create test cases and sample queries for each telemetry event and event triggers.
  • Execute data queries to answer pre-conceived game questions written by stakeholders.
  • Validate the accuracy and integrity of data stored in the data warehouse.
  • Create and update JIRA bugs.

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." Their 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. 2K differentiates itself from competitors by its strong collaborations with top-tier developers and its diverse range of engaging gaming experiences. The company's goal is to provide high-quality video games that appeal to a broad audience while maximizing revenue through various sales strategies.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Novato, California

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • 2K secured the FIFA license, expanding its sports game portfolio.
  • Project Ethos introduces a new free-to-play live-service shooter to 2K's lineup.
  • TopSpin 2K25 revives a beloved tennis series, appealing to sports game fans.

What critics are saying

  • Denuvo in NBA 2K25 may cause performance issues, sparking community backlash.
  • Project Ethos' free-to-play model may face monetization challenges.
  • Multiple major titles for 2025 could strain development resources, risking delays.

What makes 2K unique

  • 2K collaborates with top-tier studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games.
  • 2K offers diverse gaming experiences, from sports to interactive drama horror games.
  • 2K's multifaceted revenue model includes DLC, in-game purchases, and exclusive content.

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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

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