Advanced Software Engineer, Online Services - American Football

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EA SPORTS is seeking an Online Software Engineer to build networked game experiences for its multiplayer sports titles. You will work with C#/.NET backend services and C++ Unreal Engine development, delivering efficient code across client and backend systems.

The role involves full-stack ownership from game UI to backend databases, streaming live services, and performance optimisations. Hybrid/onsite work is available in Orlando, FL or Madrid, Spain.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with strong proficiency in C#/.NET for backend services and C++ for Unreal Engine game development.
• Experience developing in and debugging multi-threaded/concurrent architectures.
• Familiarity with database technologies (MySQL, SQL, Redis).
• Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP).

Responsibilities

• Leverage EA's Digital Platform technologies to implement server features, components, and services.
• Create and maintain client code to support features and improve multiplayer experiences.
• Optimise client and server online systems to improve latency, reliability, scalability, performance, and memory.
• Design and iterate on architecture and infrastructure improvements for live systems and workflows.
• Work closely with partner teams to stand up and maintain online infrastructure and services for the title.
• Own experiences through the full stack, from UI in the game client all the way to the backend services and databases that power those experiences.

Skills

C#/.NET backend

C++ Unreal Engine

Multi-threaded architectures

Database (MySQL/SQL/Redis)

Networking (TCP/UDP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Visual Studio

Splunk

Linux

Job description

About the Role

The Online Software Engineer will help build networked game experiences for EA Sports titles, working within a fast-paced, action-oriented multiplayer sports game environment. The role involves both C++ Unreal game development and C# .NET web services. The engineer reports to a Software Engineering Manager and works with the Technical Lead to estimate, build and improve projects. The focus is on delivering efficient and effective code across the customer-facing experience and the backend services that power those experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Leverage EA's Digital Platform technologies to implement server features, components, and services.
• Create and maintain client code to support features and improve multiplayer experiences.
• Optimise client and server online systems to improve latency, reliability, scalability, performance, and memory.
• Design and iterate on architecture and infrastructure improvements for live systems and workflows.
• Work closely with partner teams to stand up and maintain online infrastructure and services for the title.
• Own experiences through the full stack, from UI in the game client all the way to the backend services and databases that power those experiences.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software development with a strong proficiency in both C#/.NET for backend services and C++ for Unreal Engine game development.
• Experience developing in and debugging multi-threaded/concurrent architectures.
• Familiarity with database technologies (e.g. MySQL, SQL, Redis).
• Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, UDP).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent training and professional experience.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with networked applications or features (client/server and/or peer-to-peer).
• Experience working with Microsoft, Sony, or Nintendo game consoles.
• Experience with network optimization and improving service reliability.
• Experience with log analysis and tools such as Splunk.
• Experience with Linux.
• Experience with Visual Studio and deep knowledge of the debugging tools.

Workplace

• Hybrid/Onsite in Orlando, FL or Madrid, Spain

About the Company

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. EA SPORTS creates connected experiences that ignite the emotion of sport through industry-leading sports video games, including Madden NFL football, EA Sports FC soccer, NHL® hockey, and EA SPORTS UFC.