Technical Stage Manager

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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 world’s most influential studios. Our studios—Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, HB Studios, and 2K Sports Lab—develop 2K’s portfolio of world‑class games across multiple platforms.

These titles cover sports, shooters, action, role‑playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment. We are expanding our portfolio through strategic plans, building and acquiring studios that inspire us.

Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers, and doers are the publishing stewards behind several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouses NBA 2K, Bio Shock, Borderlands, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, XCOM, WWE 2K, WWE Super Card, Top Spin 2K25, and the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR 2K.

At 2K, we pride ourselves on an inclusive work environment, encouraging our teams to “Come as You Are” and do your best work. We invite all applicants—even those who do not meet every requirement—to explore our global positions.

A dynamic individual dedicated to solving technical problems on our mocap stages and leading all teams at 2K Mocap in technical development. 2K Mocap Tech is a small, agile team covering a broad area of knowledge—from QC and processing mocap data to software development. Core responsibilities include Python automation (QT‑based), C++ video tools for Autodesk APIs, managing an MSSQL database, and maintaining audio/video/mocap hardware and software.

As the Technical Stage Manager, you will lead the development of the latest motion capture technology, expand your knowledge of programming, audio/video production, and automation technology, and manage a talented team passionate about mocap and tool development. You will work closely with production, shop, stage, and operations to keep all hardware and software functional and the studio humming smoothly.

• Experience leading and organizing a technical team of five or more people.
• Experience solving complex technical problems under pressure.
• Experience designing large mocap camera layouts, focusing and aiming cameras, and troubleshooting mocap systems.
• Experience using Motion Builder, Maya, Shogun, Motive, and Unreal Engine, including their associated APIs.
• Basic understanding of Python application development.
• Willingness and desire to learn new disciplines.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills at a furious pace.

• Experience using Giant Mocap System and Nuance.
• Experience with hardware development or low‑level C programming for hardware/software interfaces.
• Knowledge of Python and C++ based QT applications.
• Basic understanding of a game production pipeline.
• Basic SQL query writing and database understanding.
• Basic understanding of audio/video formats and frame‑accurate processing.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified 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 if you need reasonable accommodation.

Pay range for this California position at the start of employment is expected to be between $123,000 and $160,000 per year. Base pay is based on market location and individualized factors such as job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and business considerations. Total compensation may include bonus and/or equity awards, plus a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. Temporary or internship roles may not be eligible for all benefits.

Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans will be provided upon offer. If hired, the employee will be at‑will, and the company reserves the right to modify base salary or other compensation at any time, including for performance or market factors.