Founded in 1988, Visual Concepts is the developer behind the 2K Sports games and the dominating success of the NBA 2K franchise. The Visual Concepts team is devoted and ambitious, never content to stop searching for new ways to improve the gaming experience and to develop advanced techniques and methods of producing cutting edge entertainment. It is through this determination and love of both sports and video games that Visual Concepts has fostered NBA 2K from its creation in 2000 to present day, ensuring each annual release is innovative and improved. The Visual Concepts attitude and work ethic shines through in the games and earns the company awards and accolades year after year.

Industry: Computer Games
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees

Visual Concepts

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At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

**What We Need**

Our talented NBA 2K team is looking for a Graphics Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge rendering technology. In this role, you’ll work on the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance C/C++ code and HLSL shaders, contributing directly to the visual fidelity of our games.We welcome candidates across all experience levels, from junior to senior, with compensation based on experience. If you're a creative problem solver who thrives on pushing the boundaries of real-time graphics and enjoys collaborating in a high-caliber engineering environment, we want to hear from you.This position reports to the Lead Graphics Engineer.

**What You Will Do**

- Explore and implement new rendering technologies to elevate visual quality

- Optimize GPU performance to support smooth, high-fidelity gameplay

- Partner with art and design teams to define and enhance the look and feel of the NBA 2K series

- Lead improvements in VFX, lighting, and post-processing graphics features

- Participate in system-wide upgrade initiatives to keep our rendering tech current

**Who Will Be A Great Fit**

- Most importantly: thoughtful, passionate, and driven

- 3+ years of experience in game or graphics development

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience

- Advanced proficiency in HLSL or a comparable shading language

- Strong grasp of 3D math concepts and applications

- Deep understanding of optimization techniques and trade-offs

- Demonstrate ability to write efficient, portable, reliable, and readable code

- Fluent in English, both written and verbal

- Love for video games (not just ours!)

**Might Be Nice**

- Experience shipping a AAA title

- Deep expertise in areas such as physically-based rendering, real-time global illumination, post-processing effects, or simulating natural phenomena

- Familiarity with applying machine learning techniques to graphics-related challenges

This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States. Below are the expected salary and wage ranges for applicants based in locations where the pay transparency law is in effect: California: $120,000 - $174,300 per year. New York State (inclusive of New York City): $108,000 - $157,000 per year. Washington: $120,000 - $174,300 per year. New Jersey: $108,000 - $157,000 per year. British Columbia: $100,000 -$154,300 (CAD) per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: 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; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses. Ontario only: The use of Artificial Intelligence is not being used to screen candidates. The position is for an existing vacancy.

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com

Graphics Engineer - NBA 2K

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, and HB Studios. 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 our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.

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!

Industry: Computer Games
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

**Who We Are**

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, Gearbox, Firaxis, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles and platforms 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, problem solvers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, BioShock, Borderlands, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, 2KPGATOUR, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, WWE 2K, WWE2K Supercard, The Quarry, and XCOM.

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 are dedicated to diversity and inclusion and want our community of candidates to reflect this commitment. We encourage all interested applicants to explore our global positions.

2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

**What We Need**

2K is looking for a Manager, Global Social Marketing, to join the Digital Community Marketing team and help develop and execute best-in-class Social Marketing campaigns across the Firaxis portfolio, including the Civilization and XCOM franchises.

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Global Social Marketing, support the development of the social marketing vision and strategy for the portfolio, and drive the execution of the social campaigns throughout the lifecycle of the franchise projects. The ideal candidate will be a gaming enthusiast with a passion for the Civilization and XCOM franchises, with expert knowledge and deep drive for social marketing campaigns that serve player communities.

**What You Will Do**

**Social Marketing**

- Serve as the social marketing expert, collaborating with cross-functional teams to prioritize and streamline efforts, while managing expectations, timelines, and needs of the team to execute social marketing workstreams and campaigns.

- Collaborate in the development of our social marketing strategy with the Sr. Manager, Global Social Marketing.

- Develop and execute social marketing campaigns from audience insights that align with our identified target audiences.

- Develop social engagement and growth performance metrics, providing in-depth performance analysis and consistent reporting on campaign performance, channel engagement and player sentiment.

- Steer creative ideation and social content development needed to launch best-in-class campaigns.

**Collaboration and Communication**

- Collaborate with cross-functional publishing partners (Brand Marketing, Community Management, Creator/Influencer Marketing, Product Management, Insights & Analytics) in defining social marketing strategies and campaigns.

- Regularly partner, present, and report to key stakeholders on social marketing strategies, plans, findings, results, and recommendations that influence product and marketing roadmaps in service of our players.

**What Will Make You a Great Fit**

You will develop and implement platform-specific global social marketing strategies to increase our presence across social channels, increase cultural relevance for our game & brand, and promote positive sentiment and growth for our player communities.

Must have strong cross-functional collaboration and project management skills. Proactivity, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate ambiguity are crucial for success in this strategic and hands-on role.

- A proven track record (4-6+ years) as a Global Social Marketing leader in live service games.

- An expert in social marketing, skilled at crafting integrated social marketing strategies across channels and touchpoints.

- Deep understanding of community & social media platform nuances globally (especially Twitch, YouTube, Discord, TikTok, Reddit, Steam and other gaming platforms).

- Strong knowledge and proficiency with social marketing and reporting tools, with a keen sense of what, why, and how metrics need to be delivered on.

- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

- Powerful presentation skills with the ability to create compelling presentations to support strategy and thinking, as well as present to both peers, reports, and company leadership.

- Strong team management skills and cross-functional leadership competency, with an understanding of a matrixed organization and how to navigate.

- A strong leader who can make critical decisions quickly, while taking a measured approach to risk, and be willing to have the hard conversations when needed.

- Flexibility and the ability to pivot directions when needed.

- Good taste in content and an eye for which social marketing approaches will move the needle.

- Extensive knowledge of a wide array of gaming genres and communities.

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,200 and $148,320 Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, suchas job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: 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; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided suitable accommodations to enjoy equal employment opportunities, including the ability to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you need an accommodation as part of your application process or otherwise have questions about the Company’s accommodation policy and review process.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.

Manager, Social Marketing

Wiley’s leading media brand providing first-hand information on the global chemical, life science and process industries

Industry: Zeitungsverlage
Company Size: 201–500 Beschäftigte

CHEManager International

**Description**

Who We Are

BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions.

Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people's lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism), PKU (phenylketonuria), CLN2, a form of Batten disease, and a number of forms of MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis) offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few, if any, available options. More recently, with the close of the Amicus acquisition, our portfolio has expanded to include therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our ability to reach more people living with rare genetic conditions.

Our success comes from our unwavering commitment to excellence, our deep understanding of patient needs, our scientific expertise, and our world-class manufacturing capabilities. At the heart of BioMarin is a dedicated team of the brightest minds in the industry working together to deliver innovative therapies to patients and families around the world.

**About Technical Operations**

BioMarin's Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin's cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.

Formulation and Product Technologies (FPT) is comprised a team of scientists responsible for , Formulation and Drug Product development. FPT is responsible for end-to-end development of chemical/synthetic and biologics molecules in collaboration with multi-disciplinary partners. FPT team delivers stable formulations, reliable processes and technologies for drug product, combination products and administration components from early to late stage for various modalities including small molecules, oligonucleotides, peptides and proteins/enzymes. We develop platform strategies to enable fast to patient approaches, including DP development and manufacturing for outsourced programs.

Role Summary

BioMarin is seeking a highly motivated individual with drug product development experience-preferably in solid oral dosage forms-to oversee drug product development and manufacturing activities. This role may be fulfilled as a subject matter expert (SME) in drug product formulation development or as a Drug Product Partner Team Lead.

The Drug Product Partner Team is responsible for all aspects of drug products and finished goods development in support of CMC deliverables. The team is cross-functional and includes representatives from Formulation Product Technology (FPT), Drug Substance, Analytical Development, Manufacturing, Packaging and Engineering Development, along with other key functional groups.

The successful candidate will bring broad and deep expertise in drug product development, including but not limited to technology transfer, formulation development (small molecules, Oligos, peptides) and optimization, primary packaging design, drug product process development, fill/finish process development and optimization, primary and secondary labeling and packaging development, and shipping design and qualification.

The individual is expected to routinely report on project activities, issues, strategies, and risks to CMC leadership and management. This role also serves as the scientific monitor for formulation development, technology transfer, and manufacturing activities conducted at CDMOs/CMOs.

The position requires the application of scientific expertise, industry knowledge, and sound judgment to contribute to complex company objectives. In addition, the individual will contribute to the overall strategy, performance, and direction of the function. Knowledge of GMP requirements is preferred.

Role and Responsibilities

-  Plans experimental strategy and formulation development across non-clinical and clinical phases for small molecules, oligos, and peptides.

-  Collaborates within a matrix organization (Research, PD, QC, Drug Substance, Analytical, MSAT, Manufacturing, CDMOs/CMOs, Market Planning, Regulatory) to deliver project objectives.

-  Provides scientific guidance to junior scientists on experimental design, troubleshooting, data interpretation, and technical challenges.

-  Designs experiments and technical strategies to address formulation and process issues.

-  Leads drug product formulation development and optimization.

-  Leads the cross-functional CMC Drug Product Partner Team and represents the team in CMC forums.

-  Coordinates with other partner teams to develop recommendations and options for CMC decision-making.

-  Interprets experimental outcomes and provides integrated recommendations to CMC teams.

-  Ensures timely, clear communication between the Drug Product Partner Team, CMC team, and functional management.

-  Identifies, mitigates, and escalates risks related to quality, timelines, and scope.

-  Accountable for tracking and reporting milestones and deliverables to the CMC Project Manager.

-  Represents the Drug Product team at Core Team meetings and is accountable for DP deliverables.

-  Supports CDMO selection, due diligence, and site evaluations.

-  Reviews and provides input on protocols and reports supporting formulation development, tech transfer, and manufacturing.

-  Reviews technical documentation and contributes to regulatory submission content.

-  Contributes to the overall strategy, performance, and direction of the Chemical, Drug Product, and Device Technologies function.

Education Required

Ph.D. in Biochemistry; Pharmaceutics Sciences, or related fields with 5+ years of industry experience

MS or BS with extensive industry experience

**Experience Required**

- Experience leading multi-disciplinary team and providing oversight of cross-functional activities within the team, to bring about the successful planning, monitoring, and executing of deliverables.

- Experience with designing parenteral formulation screening and optimization studies, experience in gene therapy drug product development is preferred.

- Experience with parenteral drug product formulation development, characterization, testing, quality risk assessment and CMC regulatory guidance and filings.

- Strong leadership and team management skills. A strong team player with good collaborative and people skills.

- Strong organization and prioritization skills, ability to facilitate and drive program forward

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and familiarity with representation on inter-disciplinary and cross-functional teams.

- Ability to work in a high paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work from multiple projects.

- Highly motivated with the ability to resolve technical issues, develop and implement corrective solutions, be able to quickly adapt and respond effectively to changes

- The candidate will have a broad knowledge of regulatory, scientific, and technical issues concerning drug development applications.

- Experience in authoring/reviewing CMC sections for regulatory filings with health authorities.

- Excellent technical writing skills, experience authoring/reviewing development reports, batch records, regulatory filings, or other documents.

Supervisor Responsibility

May lead 1-2 associates

Competencies Required

**The Position Requires**

-  Strong leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills

-  Well-developed organization skills with exact attention to details.

-  Strong deductive reasoning skills

-  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Technical expertise

- Solid understanding and familiarity with pharmaceutical characterization and testing equipment such as HPLC (RP-HPLC, SEC, ion exchange chromatography), DSC, UV spectrophotometry, particle size measurement techniques, DLS, Differential Scanning Fluorimetry (DSF), and so on.

- Operational knowledge and experience with small molecules, oligos and peptides fill finish operation and tech transfer.

- Familiarity with parenteral dosage forms, manufacturing processes, and packaging components is a plus

- Critical thinking and evaluation

- Influencing

- Organizational Awareness

- Performance Management

- Self-Knowledge

**Behavioral**

-  Accountability

-  Achieving Excellence

-  Communication

-  Courage / Challenge

-  Develop Self & Others

-  Judgement

-  Reliability

-  Teamwork

**Work Environment**

Hybrid - would require 2-3 days onsite in Novato, CA

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Sr. Scientist 1

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, 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!

Position Summary

2K is seeking a highly skilled and execution-oriented Manager, Paid – Player Connections to join the Player Connections Planning team, based out of our Novato office. This role directly addresses a critical capability gap on our team: holistic media planning across both RTB (Real-Time Bidding) and Direct IO, combined with the ability to translate complex data sets—including GWI, MRI Nielsen, and Pathmatics—into clear, actionable recommendations for our Business Units (BUs). The Manager will operate autonomously as a senior lead within the team, owning the end-to-end development and optimization of US & Global paid media strategies, while serving as the primary connector back to BU stakeholders. A critical component of this role is the hands-on execution and oversight of in-house media channels, including major platforms such as Meta and Google, as well as the activation of 1st party data. This position requires a candidate who can build actionable media briefs for agency partners, manage cross-functional agency integration, and drive data-grounded recommendations that optimize high-value spend across both agency-led and in-house channels.

**Primary Responsibilities**

**Media Planning & Strategy Development**

- Lead the development of strategic paid media plans for the globe, ensuring holistic media planning that encompasses both RTB (Real-Time Bidding) and Direct IO (Insertion Order) media—operating autonomously as a senior lead and owning the BU recommendation cycle end-to-end.

- Collaborate with media agencies and in-house execution teams to develop global paid media plans that align with overarching business goals.

- Author clear, actionable media briefs for agency partners and internal teams—serving as the strategic lead on cross-functional agency management and integration, and providing the guardrails necessary for high-impact execution.

- Ensure all media strategies are grounded in a deep understanding of the region level media industry nuances while considering global brand consistency.

- Determine optimal channel mixes and platform strategies based on campaign objectives and player insights.

**In-House Execution & Channel Oversight**

- Directly oversee and execute campaigns within in-house media channels, with a specific focus on performance and brand uplift eg. Meta and Google platforms.

- Manage the activation and integration of 1st party data into paid media workstreams to drive personalized player connections and improved targeting efficiency.

- Monitor real-time platform health and performance, making tactical adjustments to bidding, creative rotation, and audience segmenting.

- Stay at the forefront of platform updates (Meta, Google, etc.) to ensure 2K is leveraging the latest alpha/beta features and best practices.

**Operational Oversight**

- Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of media campaigns, from initial plan development through to "live" status.

- Oversee critical executional workstreams, including budget management, finance processes, trafficking, spec sheet coordination, and campaign reporting.

- Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day media operations, ensuring all tactics are executed with precision and on schedule.

- Maintain rigorous oversight of media investment, ensuring adherence to financial protocols and internal procurement standards.

**Data Analysis & Recommendations**

- Lead analysis of commercial performance data, online/offline performance data, and customer insights to derive meaningful, BU-ready recommendations—translating complex data sets from tools such as GWI, MRI Nielsen, and Pathmatics into actionable strategic direction that optimizes high-value spend.

- Deliver clear, data-grounded recommendations to Business Units to optimize paid media investment and improve campaign ROI—working autonomously as the lead point of accountability for both agency-managed and in-house channels, and ensuring insights flow back to BU stakeholders in a timely, actionable format.

- Utilize industry-standard research and planning tools (e.g., GWI, MRI Nielsen, Pathmatics, WARC) to inform audience targeting and media selection.

- Lead campaign reporting workstreams, providing stakeholders with transparent and insight-rich performance readouts.

What Will Make You A Great Fit

- 5+ years of professional experience in media planning, with a demonstrable focus on strategic planning and building media briefs for agency partners across the full media mix.

- Direct experience with hands-on-keyboard execution and oversight of campaigns on platform such as Meta and Google.

- Expert knowledge of holistic media planning principles, with specific proficiency in both RTB and Direct IO

- Proven experience in the application and oversight of 1st party data within paid media environments.

- Proficiency with media planning and audience research tools—specifically GWI, MRI Nielsen, and Pathmatics—with the ability to translate outputs from these

- Proven track record of taking US media campaigns live, including hands-on experience with US-specific budget management, finance processes, trafficking, spec sheet coordination, and campaign reporting.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience developing actionable media briefs and managing cross-functional agency integration across multiple partners.

Nice To Have

- Experience in the video games or entertainment industry.

- Knowledge of global media trends and international planning.

- Experience in a hybrid environment managing both in-house execution and agency partners.

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,200 and $148,320 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: 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; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.

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 their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.

Manager, Player Connections, Paid

Novato’s Buck Institute is the largest independent scientific institute in the Bay Area. The Buck aims to end the threat of age-related diseases for this and future generations by bringing together the most capable and passionate scientists from a broad range of disciplines to identify and impede the ways in which we age. Its goal is to increase human healthspan, or the healthy years of life. Globally recognized as the pioneer and leader in efforts to target aging, the number one risk factor for serious diseases including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, cancer, macular degeneration, heart disease, and diabetes, the Buck wants to help people live better longer. For more information and to visit the Buck: https://www.buckinstitute.org/

Industry: Research
Company Size: 51-200 employees

Buck Institute for Research on Aging

**Computational Biology & Aging / Bioinformatics Core Co-DirectorLocation:**

Novato, CA

**Position Type: ** Full-time, onsite required

**Salary Range: ** $125,000–$140,000, depending on experience

**About The Opportunity**

The Furman Lab at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging invites applications for a **Senior Scientist or Postdoctoral Researcher **to join a newly initiated, five-year government-funded research program focused on understanding the mechanisms of aging and developing interventions to extend healthspan. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to large-scale, multi-institutional science at one of the world’s foremost dedicated aging research institutes.

In addition to their research role within the project, the successful candidate will serve as **Co-Director of the Buck Institute’s Bioinformatics and Data Science Core **, playing a central role in expanding the Core’s capacity, service offerings, and scientific impact across the Institute.

**Primary Responsibilities**

- Develop and apply computational pipelines for the analysis of large-scale multi-omics datasets, including genomic, transcriptomic, epigenomic, and proteomic data, in the context of aging research

- Build and refine integrative models of biological aging using longitudinal cohort and experimental data generated within the project consortium, including AI/ML-based approaches

- Collaborate closely with experimental and clinical investigators to translate biological questions into rigorous analytical frameworks

- Contribute to the design of computational strategies for cross-platform data harmonization, quality control, and reproducible analysis

- Serve as Co-Director of the Bioinformatics and Data Science Core, providing analytical consultation and support to Buck Institute investigators

- Help define Core priorities and participate in efforts to grow the Core’s scientific and operational capacity

- Mentor junior trainees and research staff in computational methods and best practices

- Contribute to manuscripts, grant reports, and presentations disseminating project findings to the broader scientific community

**QualificationsSenior Scientist Level**

Candidates for the Senior Scientist level should have:

- Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computational biology, biostatistics, systems biology, or a related discipline, with substantial postdoctoral or equivalent experience

- Demonstrated record of independent research, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in high-quality journals

- Proven expertise in the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, such as RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, single-cell omics, whole-genome sequencing, or whole-exome sequencing

- Experience leading or co-leading collaborative research projects and mentoring trainees

~~**Postdoctoral Researcher Level** ~~Candidates for the Postdoctoral Researcher level should have:

- Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computational biology, biostatistics, or a closely related field, awarded within the past five years or expected imminently

- Strong analytical foundation with demonstrated proficiency in multi-omics data analysis, including published or preprint research

- Enthusiasm for developing an independent research program within a collaborative and highly supportive environment

**Required Technical Skills**

- Proficiency in one or more scientific programming languages, such as Python or R

- Fluency with standard bioinformatics toolkits, such as Bioconductor, Seurat, Scanpy, GATK, STAR, or DESeq2

- Experience training, validating, diagnosing, and fine-tuning machine learning models, preferably multimodal models

- Familiarity with statistical methods for multi-omics data integration, dimensionality reduction, and biological network analysis

- Commitment to rigorous, reproducible, versioned, and well-documented computational research practices

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Prior research experience in aging biology, geroscience, or the analysis of aging-related cohorts or model organism datasets

- Experience with epigenomic clock methodologies, biological age estimation, or related computational frameworks

- Experience integrating heterogeneous data, electronic health records, or large clinical datasets

- Familiarity with multi-step agentic workflows, retrieval-augmented generation, and vector search methods

- Experience with high-performance computing environments and workflow management systems

- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms, such as AWS, Google Cloud, or equivalent, for large-scale data analysis

- Experience contributing to or directing a bioinformatics core or shared resource facility

**About the Buck Institute**

The Buck Institute for Research on Aging is a world leader in aging research, with a mission to end the threat of age-related disease. The Institute brings together scientists from diverse disciplines to understand the biology of aging and translate discoveries into interventions that promote longer, healthier lives.

The Buck Institute is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

**To Apply**

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and cover letter briefly describing their research experience, computational expertise, interest in aging biology and the Bioinformatics and Data Science Core Co-Director role.

Senior Scientist or Postdoctoral Researcher-Furman Lab

Leading with purpose. Every day.

“Ultragenyx was founded to advance innovative medicines for rare and ultrarare diseases that have never been treated before. We are delivering transformative therapies across multiple indications, and we have one of the most robust and diverse clinical pipelines in rare disease. Our focus is on doing the right things for patients both during development and commercialization to deliver on the promise of these therapies in a way that's meaningful for rare disease communities.”

Emil D. Kakkis, M.D., Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer and President


We have an inclusive culture of value and respect.

Ultragenyx brings novel products to those living with rare and ultrarare diseases with a focus on debilitating genetic diseases. Founded in 2010, we have rapidly built a diverse portfolio of approved therapies and products aimed at diseases with a high unmet medical need for which many have no approved therapies. It takes courage, care, talent, and dedication to make a meaningful impact for those living with rare diseases, their families and the rare disease community.  

We put our people first, so they can take care of the rare disease community.

We purposefully cultivate and nurture a dynamic, supportive work environment where we encourage every team member to share their new ideas and help us unlock more possibilities. Our team is made up of exceptional and diverse people with a strong passion and commitment to helping those living with rare diseases. By embracing generosity, curiosity, inclusion, and humility we are constantly learning together—fostering an environment that supports profound growth and fulfillment.

If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career while having fun and growing professionally and personally, come join our team!


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Industry: Biotechnology Research
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Ultragenyx

**Why Join Us?**

~~Be a hero for our rare disease patients~~

At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.

Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.

If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team~~.~~

**Position Summary:**

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Network Systems Architect to lead the evolution of our global hybrid network and systems infrastructure. This role requires a strong foundation in Cisco Meraki, Azure Cloud networking, and Cisco ASA. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in designing, scaling, and supporting both on-premises and cloud environments, while contributing to a secure, reliable, and high-performing enterprise network.

Familiarity with automation tools such as Python, Terraform, and Ansible is preferred, but not mandatory for success. Experience working with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and global telecom carriers to negotiate contracts and provision circuits is essential. This position combines architecture with day-to-day operational support, requiring a balance of strategic planning and practical execution.

~~**ultra **curious – Apply your biggest ideas in courageous ways~~

**Work Model:**

Flex: This role will typically require onsite work 2-3 days each week or more depending on business needs. In many locations, the business will set certain days each week that Flex employees are required to be onsite.

**Responsibilities:**

- Manage day to day operations, Architect, deploy, and manage hybrid infrastructure environments using Cisco Meraki, Azure networking services, and Cisco ASA firewalls

- Design and templatize scalable Meraki configurations and maintain consistent deployment practices across locations

- Create and maintain Hub-and-Spoke network architectures across Azure regions, ensuring resiliency, segmentation, and traffic control

- Provide a solid understanding of routing protocols, Azure routing, UDRs, NAT gateways, VPN/ExpressRoute gateways, and NVA-based architectures with multi-region failover support

- Develop and maintain architectural documentation including high-level designs, topology diagrams, and operational procedures

- Support operational excellence by serving as an escalation point for L1/L2/L3 network and systems issues and ensuring timely resolution

- Perform deep packet inspection and network troubleshooting using tools like Wireshark and NetFlow

- Participate in the planning, procurement, and provisioning of global circuits, including direct engagement and negotiation with carriers and service providers

- Collaborate with MSPs and internal teams to manage operations, incidents, capacity planning, and global deployments

- Familiar with automation tools such as Python, Terraform, and Ansible to streamline network and systems workflows

- Utilize tools like ThousandEyes, Azure Monitor, and log analytics to ensure observability and proactive incident response

- Ensure strong cross-functional collaboration with IT security, infrastructure, and compliance teams

- Support growth and scaling initiatives by addressing evolving infrastructure needs, integrating new locations, and expanding global connectivity

- Contribute to the recruitment, mentorship, and development of junior and mid-level engineers

**Requirements:**

- 7+ years of experience in network and systems architecture, with a blend of cloud and on-premises responsibilities

- Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki, Cisco ASA, and Azure Firewall, as well as Azure network design and deployment

- Solid understanding of core networking concepts such as BGP, IPsec, and high-availability configurations

- Demonstrated experience managing or collaborating with MSPs and supporting global operations

- Experience negotiating with and provisioning circuits through global telecom carriers

- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, especially in production environments

- Comfortable handling operational demands, including incident response, change control, capacity planning, and documentation

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience engaging both technical teams and senior stakeholders

- Ability to manage shifting priorities and infrastructure needs as the company grows and scales globally

**Preferred Qualifications **:

- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience

- Prior experience working in pharmaceutical or regulated industries

- Working knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and group policy configurations and core systems operations

- Experience with zero-trust network design, hybrid cloud security models, and compliance frameworks

- Certifications such as CCNP, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or equivalent

The typical annual salary range for this full-time position is listed below. This range reflects the characteristics of the job, such as required skills and qualifications and is based on the office location noted in this job posting. The range may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.This position is eligible for annual bonus and equity incentives. Actual individual pay is determined by demonstrated experience and internal equity alignment.

Pay Range: $161,200 USD - $199,200 USD

**Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits, including, but not limited to:**

-  Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company

-  Volunteer days

-  Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings

-  Employee wellbeing benefits

-  Fitness reimbursement

-  Tuition sponsoring

-  Professional development plans

-  Benefits vary by region and country

**Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status, and any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for all protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable law, including individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, you may contact Talent Acquisition by emailing us at ****talentacquisition@ultragenyx.com ****.**

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**Note to External Recruiters **: All candidate activity and open positions are managed strictly through our Human Resources Department. Our Human Resources Department kindly requests that recruiters not contact employees/hiring managers directly in an attempt to solicit business and present candidates. Please note that failure to comply with this request will be a factor in determining a professional relationship with our organization. Submission of unsolicited resumes prior to an agreement set in place between the Human Resources Department and the recruiting agency will not create any implied obligation. Inquiries on developing a recruiting relationship with us, may be directed to~~: ~~talentacquisition@ultragenyx.com~~.~~

Senior Network Systems Architect

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