Physics Engineer

Electronic Arts Ltd; Gothenburg (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Job summary

Electronic Arts is seeking a Physics Engineer to join Battlefield Studios and push the boundaries of realistic physics for immersive gameplay.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale physics systems, diagnose performance bottlenecks, and ship high-fidelity simulations across PC, console, and mobile platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience developing real-time physics systems for games or interactive applications.
• Experience with C++ and physics engines such as Chaos, Havok, PhysX, Bullet, or proprietary solutions.

Responsibilities

• You will improve physics system scalability to support multiple platforms, including PC, console, and mobile.
• You will diagnose CPU bottlenecks and profile memory to ensure physics calculations run smoothly at 60+ FPS for seamless gameplay.
• You will tune collision detection, ragdoll physics, and rigid body dynamics so objects and characters behave realistically in our games.
• You will use profiling tools to analyze and fix physics glitches, collaborating with animators and game designers to enhance gameplay.

Skills

C++

Real-time physics

Profiling tools

FPS optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics

Tools

Chaos

Havok

PhysX

Bullet

Proprietary solutions

Job description

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.

This is a 6-month contract.

Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay and all-out warfare, for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, Battlefield Studios is defining the future of the first-person shooter with the biggest launch in franchise history with Battlefield 6, and a new era beginning with Battlefield REDSEC.

United under the banner of Battlefield Studios, 4 world-class teams across Criterion, DICE, Motive, and Ripple Effect have come together to focus on the future of the franchise, a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA.

LET’S PUSH THINGS FORWARD

DICE is a creative studio with offices in Stockholm and Gothenburg. We believe in the power of inclusion and welcome game creators from all backgrounds to collaborate with us as we unlock the potential for the future of Battlefield!

We’re always pushing to be at the forefront of creative entertainment - blending digital art, design, and technology to push boundaries. Our collaborative culture is fueled by passion, driving innovation and making a positive difference for our players and community.

At DICE, your ideas matter. We offer an inclusive space where you can thrive, be yourself, and grow alongside a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact to the world of gaming.

We’re all-in on the future and our most ambitious Battlefield yet. Want to be part of something special? Read on.

As a Physics Engineer, you will report to the team Tech Lead and work with our talented team to improve the realism and scalability of physics systems across world-renowned franchises. You will collaborate with us to deliver immersive gameplay experiences for millions of players, supporting our commitment to creativity, inclusivity, and positive play. You will report into a Technical Lead.

Responsibilities

• You will improve physics system scalability to support multiple platforms, including PC, console, and mobile.
• You will diagnose CPU bottlenecks and profile memory to ensure physics calculations run smoothly at 60+ FPS for seamless gameplay.
• You will tunecollision detection, ragdoll physics, and rigid bodydynamicsso objects and characters behave realistically in our games.
• You will use profiling tools to analyze and fix physics glitches, collaborating with animators and game designers to enhance gameplay.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or equivalent practical experience.

• 2+ years of experience developing real-time physics systems for games or interactive applications.
• Experience with C++ and physics engines such asChaos,Havok, PhysX, Bullet, or proprietary solutions.
• Experience diagnosing performance issues and improving physics calculations for games running at 60+ FPS.
• Strong skills in performance and memory profiling and trace analysis using PIX or similar tools.
• Frostbite knowledge is a plus
• Experience shipping games on multiple platforms is a plus

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.