Senior Gameplay Cloud Services Engineer

Electronic Arts; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Vancouver is seeking a Gameplay Programmer to develop and maintain cloud-based services and data pipelines. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or extensive experience in development roles. Proficiency in Python, C++, and tools like Kubernetes and Docker are essential. This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 3 weeks vacation, health coverage, and family leave options. Join us to innovate in gaming technology.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation

Health dental vision coverage

Paid family leave

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a hands-on development role.
• Experience in shipping scalable cloud-hosted services.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipeline and services in the cloud.
• Ensure scalability, security, and performance of the services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Data processing

Data transfer

Backend services

Cloud-hosted services

Python

C++

Client/Server communication

Data streaming

WebSocket services

HTTP

RESTful web services

Frontend development

Kubernetes

Docker

Public cloud platforms

Database technologies

Git

Load testing

Troubleshooting

Optimizing cloud performance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Public cloud platforms (Azure, GCP, AWS)

Source control tools (Git, Perforce)

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.

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.

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.

Gameplay Programmers are essential in crafting the strategic elements and immersive experience of our games. In this role, you’ll primarily focus on data processing, data transfer, and backend services. As a member of the Gameplay Advance team, you’ll collaborate with your peers to develop cutting‑edge gameplay technology.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipeline and services hosted in the cloud
• Ensure scalability, security, and performance of the cloud services
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including central team and DevOps

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, or at least 5+ years in a hands‑on development role
• Experience in shipping and supporting scalable cloud‑hosted services
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Python, C++)
• Familiarity with Client/Server communication models
• Understanding of data streaming and designing WebSocket services
• Knowledge of HTTP and interacting with RESTful web services
• Experience with web app frontend development
• Experience with machine learning data frames, including frameworks like Polars
• Skilled in deploying services using Kubernetes and Docker
• Experience with public cloud platforms (Azure, GCP, AWS)
• Understanding of modern database technologies
• Proficiency in source control tools such as Git or Perforce
• Experience in load testing, troubleshooting, and optimizing cloud service performance
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts and solutions
• Bonus: Experience with animation

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.