AI/ML Engineer

Electronic Arts; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Vancouver is seeking an AI/ML Engineer to enhance automation in game development. This role involves collaborating with Quality Assurance and development teams to create AI and ML solutions. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Computer Science and over four years of experience in C/C++ and Machine Learning tools. The position offers a robust benefits package, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth, located in the vibrant region of Metro Vancouver.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation per year

10 days sick time

Paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits

Extended health/dental/vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a development role using C/C++ and familiarity with Python.
• Hands-on experience with ML tools like PyTorch, NumPy, Pandas.
• Experience with Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, and Generative AI.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI and ML solutions for game development.
• Collaborate with teams to gather requirements.
• Propose ML solutions for content creation and automation.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Machine Learning

Python

Modern software engineering practices

DevOps principles

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

PyTorch

NumPy

Pandas

CI/CD

Docker

Job description

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.

Join us for an opportunity to work with leading game development teams. We are trying to find an AI/ML Engineer to join our tools development and automation team, supporting Maxis studio

Role Overview:

As an AI/ML Engineer, you will collaborate with Quality Assurance and Game Development teams to develop tools and strategies that enhance automation infrastructure and increase efficiency in game development and QA processes. You will report to our Technical Director and work with diverse teams to develop AI and ML solutions that address challenges in content creation, agent behaviour, and automation.

Responsibilities:

• Develop AI, ML solutions, automation frameworks, tools, engine components, and processes used across studios.
• Use modern software engineering practices for requirements, design, implementation, and testing.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to gather requirements and implement solutions.
• Improve processes and best practices to achieve team targets.
• Design, author, test, and deploy automated tests for all scenarios.
• Propose and develop novel ML solutions for content creation, agent behaviour, and automation.
• Design ML solutions considering game development requirements with minimal human intervention and low runtime complexity.
• Stay updated with academic and industry developments in ML (Deep Learning, Generative AI, LLMs, Diffusion models).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in a development role using C/C++ and familiarity with Python.
• Hands-on experience with Machine Learning tools like PyTorch, NumPy, Pandas, and LLM APIs.
• Experience with Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, LLMs, Diffusion models.
• Experience with DevOps tools and principles (Git, Perforce, CI/CD, Docker).
• Experience communicating updates and resolutions to customers and other partners.

Pay Transparency - North America

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

Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.

For 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.