Software Developer II - AdTech

Electronic Arts; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Software Engineer II, where you'll contribute to backend services and data infrastructure for a dynamic gaming platform. This role offers the chance to work on scalable backend APIs, collaborate on data pipelines, and design innovative data models. You'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to enhancing player experiences through cutting-edge technology. With a hybrid work arrangement, you can balance your professional and personal life while making a significant impact in the gaming industry. If you're ready to power the future of play, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Vacation (3 weeks per year)

10 days sick time per year

Paid top-up for new parents

Extended health/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Free games

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in backend and data pipeline engineering.
• Proficiency in Java, Node.js, or Go is required.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable backend APIs and services for the platform.
• Collaborate with data scientists to create data pipelines for analytics.

Skills

Backend Engineering

Data Pipeline Engineering

Java

Node.js

Go

SQL

Distributed Processing

AWS Cloud Services

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Flink

Kafka

Cassandra

MongoDB

Job description

Role ID

208706

Worker Type

Regular Employee

Studio/Department

CTO - EA Digital Platform

Flexible Work Arrangement

Hybrid

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.

The EA Digital Platform (EADP) group is the core powering the global EA ecosystem. We provide the foundation for all of EA’s incredible games and player experiences with high-level platforms like Cloud, Commerce, Data and AI, Gameplay Services, Identity and Social. By providing reusable capabilities that game teams can easily integrate into their work, we let them focus on making some of the best games in the world and creating meaningful relationships with our players. We’re behind the curtain, making it all work together. Come power the future of play with us.

The Challenge Ahead

As the gaming industry shifts towards a live service-driven model, creating an engaging Ads experience and connecting relevant brands / advertisers to players is the key to EA's success. The AdTech team within EADP's Dynamic Experience group is on a journey to build industry-leading solutions that empower e2e Ads lifecycle management workflows and performant, scalable and available services.

As a Software Engineer II, you will report to the Director of Engineering and will contribute to the backend services and data infrastructure powering this platform.

Responsibilities:

1. You will build scalable backend APIs and services.
2. You will build ETL/ELT data pipelines and collaborate with data scientists to build data pipelines for analytics and ML.
3. You will design and implement data models/schemas for diverse storage solutions.
4. You will contribute to backend and data infrastructure design and architecture.

Qualifications:

1. 3+ years backend and data pipeline engineering experience
2. Proficiency with Java, Node.js, or Go
3. Experience with distributed processing, including Flink and Kafka
4. Proficiency in SQL and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL)
5. Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., Cassandra, MongoDB)
6. Experience with AWS cloud data and backend services

Bonus:

1. Knowledge of programmatic advertising (exchanges, SSPs, DSPs, and RTB)
2. Experience with ad serving platforms/APIs
3. Knowledge of ML algorithms and libraries

This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.

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 take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much 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.