Technical Artist - EA SPORTS FC

EA SPORTS; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 104,500 - 142,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 3 weeks

Sick time 10 days

Top-up EI/QPIP

Health/dental/vision

Retirement plan

Job summary

EA SPORTS Vancouver is seeking a Technical Artist to bridge artists and engineers on the EA SPORTS FC team. You will own art production workflows, tools, pipelines, asset integration, and shader development, reporting to the Technical Art Directors.

This hybrid role requires 3 days on site (Tue–Thu) with hands-on experience in Python and C# scripting, Maya, and game production. A 3+ year background in cinematic or games production and a related bachelor’s degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of cinematic/games production experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Strong communication with artists and engineers.
• Experience Python/C# scripting; C++ a plus.
• Knowledge of Maya for 3D art pipelines.
• Problem-solving mindset and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Develop art production workflows and pipelines.
• Optimize assets and integrate shaders.
• Collaborate with artists, engineers and art directors.
• Own technical issues and drive resolution.

Skills

Python scripting

C# scripting

Maya

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

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 most iconic brands in entertainment - connecting hundreds of millions around the world to the sports they love through a portfolio of industry-leading video games.

Building on an incredible 30-year foundation, we’re redefining football with EA SPORTS FC - a genre‑leading ecosystem of interactive experiences, bringing a global community of football fans closer to The World's Game. Together, we’re taking the largest football club in the world to new heights - and this is just the beginning! With more opportunity than ever to innovate and create new, authentic experiences that bring joy, inclusivity, and immersion to fans everywhere, we invite you to join us as we pioneer the future of football with EA SPORTS FC, and welcome everyone to the club!

Your Responsibilities

The Technical Artist is a bridge between the artists and engineers. They are considered part of the art team and work closely with artists, project managers, SEs and the Technical Art team. The main areas of responsibilities include art production workflows, tools, pipelines, asset optimization/integration and shader development. TAs are expected to assume ownership over any technical issues that arise on their project and bring them to resolution. You can be from an Art, Design, Mathematics, Engineering or Computer Science background; however you must demonstrate a comfort level in working with both art and science. Technical Artists report to Technical Art Directors on the EA SPORTS team.

This team works hybrid 3 days/onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday) at EA Vancouver.

Your Qualifications

• Ideally at least 3 years of cinematic/games production experience.
• A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field is desired.
• Effective at communicating with different audiences: artists, engineers, managers.
• Extensive experience scripting/programming in python and C#. (C++ is a bonus, but is not required).
• Knowledge of 3D art packages (Maya).
• A solutions‑provider, particularly as it pertains to testing and debugging technical issues.
• A willingness to jump into the unknown and solve new problems; the ability to think creatively to resolve technical challenges and limitations.
• A Passion for Games!

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

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) *$104,500 - $142,800 CAD

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

For Canada, 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.