Gameplay Designer - EA SPORTS FC

Electronic Arts; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global game company based in Vancouver is seeking a Gameplay Designer to define and implement engaging gameplay features for EA SPORTS FC. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in game production and a passion for football. The role involves collaboration across diverse teams to create immersive experiences that resonate with players. Besides a competitive salary, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation

10 sick days

Paid top-up for parental leave

Health and dental coverage

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a game production, design or quality verification role.
• Broad knowledge of game design processes, techniques and principles.
• Great eye for game quality and empathy for the player.

Responsibilities

• Develop gameplay features from concept through to release.
• Create gameplay features and experiences that are unique to game modes.
• Communicate the game's design to the team.

Skills

Experience in game production

Knowledge of game design processes

Passion for football

Technical proficiency in 3D engines

Empathy for the player

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.

As one of the largest sports entertainment platforms in the world, EA SPORTS FC is redefining football with genre‑leading interactive experiences, connecting a global community of fans to The World’s Game through innovation and unrivaled authenticity.

With more opportunity than ever to design, innovate and create new, immersive experiences that bring joy, inclusivity, and connection to fans everywhere, we invite you to join our passionate and dynamic team as we pioneer the future of football fandom.

The FC Gameplay team creates the most authentic, engaging and fun football simulation experiences in the world. As a Gameplay Designer, you are in charge of defining, describing, documenting, communicating, and verifying features and content that create those experiences for millions of players. Your blend of football knowledge, understanding of FC gameplay mechanics, and ability to translate them into elegant Gameplay solutions empower you to deliver detailed and comprehensive designs in collaboration with the team and following an established vision and design direction.

You will report to the Game Design Director.

You will work in a hybrid environment at our Vancouver studio.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop gameplay features from concept through to release
• Create gameplay features and experiences that are unique to game modes within FC
• Communicate the game's design to the team
• Incorporate ideas and feedback from across the gameplay team
• Work with animation, art, audio, design, programming, and visual effects to develop your features
• Give concise and helpful feedback to help improve the game
• Contribute to the development of tools and design processes to improve how we work
• Follow direction and justify design decisions based on a shared product vision

Who You Are

• 2+ years of experience in a game production, design or quality verification role
• Broad knowledge of game design processes, techniques and principles
• Great eye for game quality and empathy for the player
• Passion and knowledge of football and the EA SPORTS™ FC video game franchise
• Curiosity and willingness to investigate design topics and in-game issues
• Technical proficiency in 3D game engines

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

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.