Advanced Game Modes Software Engineer - American Football

EA SPORTS; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 115,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

EA SPORTS is looking for an Advanced Gamemodes Engineer to drive game development and prototype new gameplay mechanics. This role, based in Victoria, BC, requires extensive experience in C++ and game system optimization. Join a leading entertainment brand at the forefront of sports video games.

Benefits

3 weeks paid vacation

10 sick days

Paid parental leave

Extended health and dental coverage

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience with C++.
• 3+ years experience in game development as senior contributor.
• Advanced debugging skills for multiplayer games.

Responsibilities

• Bring gameplay designers' vision to life.
• Contribute to game modes systems.
• Prototype new gameplay mechanics.

Skills

C++

Object-oriented design

Debugging

Multi-threaded programming

Performance optimization

Tools

Game development engines

Job description

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Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, fan programs, and cross-platform digital experiences. We create connected experiences that ignite the emotion of sport through industry-leading sports video games, including Madden NFL football, EA Sports FC soccer, NHL hockey, and EA SPORTS UFC.

The Gameplay Modes Engineer is an accomplished, versatile generalist who will focus on game modes strategy and the "feel" of a game. Reporting to a Senior Manager of Engineering, you will work with a team of engineers to implement the rules and strategy of play for different gameplay experiences and the infrastructure to support these modes of play.

• Hybrid onsite position in either our Victoria BC Canada office or Orlando FL office*
  
  

Your Responsibilities

• Bring the vision of the gameplay designers to life.
• Contribute to game modes systems that meet the needs of current and evolving game requirements.
• Prototype new gameplay mechanics to prove designs.
• Develop tools and workflows for production of new game features.
• Create technical designs for gameplay systems.
• Work with a proprietary engine to develop scaleable, shareable code.
• Responsible for automated testing strategies and best practices at scale.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance for more junior engineers working on the gameplay team.
  
  

Your Qualifications

• 7+ years experience with C++ and experience in object-oriented design and implementation.
• 3+ years experience developing games and shipping titles as a senior contributor with a high level of ownership.
• Advanced debugging skills applicable to client/server multiplayer games.
• Expertise in developing and debugging multi-threaded/concurrent architectures.
• Knowledge in performance optimization of gameplay systems & algorithms.
  
  

Bonus

• Experience with game development engines (Unreal, Unity, Frostbite, or other) and their scripting environments.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).

PAY RANGES

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) * $115,100 - $161,200 CAD
  
  

In British Columbia, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Computer Games

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