Software Engineer

Requisition Number: 173851

Position Title: Software Engineer I

External Description:

We enable EA teams to build better games faster by building a framework around metagame systems that allows for high reusability, rapid development, and scalability. We enable best-in-class data solutions to give groups at all levels visibility and insight into games’ performance and opportunities. 

To build this framework, we are looking for a Software Engineer to join an experienced team of developers. If you have interest in building services through modern techniques connecting multiple services together we want to hear from you. You will work with multiple developers to bring the next game services to life. 

You will become comfortable around both front-end and back-end coding languages, development frameworks and third-party libraries.  You will have opportunities to learn from talented developers, hone your skills, and build a career in a global industry leader.

Responsibilities

• Develop, launch and maintain high-traffic services for multi-platform AAA titles
• Perform service load testing to identify and resolve bottlenecks
• Follow best practices established by the engineering and DevOps team
• Write technical documentation

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or other relevant experience
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical data
• Willingness to work with modern programming languages (eg, Go, Typescript)
• Proven ability to assess a problem and provide solutions
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Skills

• Previous co-op placement experience
• Personal projects highlighting technical expertise
• Experience with client/server architecture
• Knowledge of HTTP and how to design and interact with RESTful web services
• Experience with source code management (Perforce, Git)
• Experience with public Cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Experience with frameworks like React or Angular2+
• Experience with C#, C++ or Java development
• Experience shipping AAA games
• Experience working with PlayStation and Xbox online systems
• Experience developing iOS and/or Android apps
• Experience with and/or exposure to micro-services
• Experience with cloud native application development
• Knowledge of gRPC, Protocol buffers and FlatBuffers

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Community / Marketing Title: Software Engineer

Company Profile:

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

EEOText:

About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 60

Can this position be remote?: 1

EEO Employer Verbiage:

About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.