Head of Operations

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!

What We Need

A strategic leader to architect the operational framework for R&D and emerging game technologies. You will partner with executive leadership to manage financial planning, organizational partnerships, and workforce strategies, ensuring all innovation initiatives align with 2K’s long-term roadmap.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic R&D Architect: Define and drive operational goals and milestones for technology-assisted development.
• Workforce Strategy: Model agile team allocations and identify opportunities for new tools and workflow development.
• Financial Management: Lead studio budgeting, forecasting, and milestone scheduling for high-stakes R&D projects.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and track technological risks and opportunities across the studio initiatives.
• Vendor & Shared Services: Manage external partnerships and vendors to prototype new pipelines.
• Cultural Leadership: Partner with HR to foster a culture of experimentation and implement upskilling programs for new technologies.
• Knowledge Sharing: Establish workflows to share R&D methodologies and learnings across the 2K ecosystem.

What Will Make You a Great Fit

• Proven Leadership: 10+ years in game studio operations, supporting new production or technology teams.
• Business Acumen: Demonstrated ability to align creative goals with complex budgets and business objectives.
• R&D Expertise: Experience managing the high-risk, iterative cycles inherent in new technology initiatives.
• Strategic Mindset: Highly logical, decisive, and patient enough to navigate experimental environments.
• Effective Communicator: Ability to champion an innovation-led culture and stand by a unique strategic POV.

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.

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The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $192,00 and $280,000 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.