Requisition Number: 150394

Position Title: Game Designer II

External Description:

Senior Online Designer

We are looking for a talented and experienced Senior Online Designer to join an established group of developers working on a AAA Star Wars title in development at EA Vancouver. This is an opportunity to join a veteran team and help craft the vision and execution of a compelling, innovative and immersive Star Wars experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Creative Director, Game Director and Online Producer to define and execute on the vision for a unique online experience
• Lead the design, execution and tuning of all online game modes, social experiences and live service features.
• Work with the Creative Director, Game Director and Lead Writer to align all connected features with the single-player narrative and gameplay into a cohesive experience
• Drive the balancing and tuning of all connected features based on focus testing, metrics, telemetry and other feedback
• Spearhead the evolution, execution and tuning of the game's features and economy in a live service environment together with the Live Team
• Champion the vision for the connected experience and live services
• Track, analyse and communicate on forward-looking trends and player-desired features in online gaming and live services
• Actively communicate progress, risks and challenges to key stakeholders across the team

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience working on AAA multiplayer titles or modes
• 2+ shipped titles in a role developing multiplayer, online, or community features
• Proven ability to set direction and successfully lead a team to deliver AAA quality experiences
• Strong knowledge and experience with game development in a live service environment
• Solid understanding of scripting/programming concepts and online infrastructure
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Strong sense of humour and a positive, collaborative, team-centric mentality
• Comfortable working within a large, cross-disciplinary team
• Willingness to iterate and adapt designs
• In-depth knowledge of industry trends in multiplayer/connected experiences
• Passion for games and gaming

Please Contact our Recruiter, Rebecca Davis:  rdavis@ea.com

 

Benefits:
We are proud of the great perks we offer like comprehensive health and benefit packages, tuition reimbursement, pension with company match and, of course, free video games. And since we realize it takes world-class people to make world-class games, we offer competitive compensation packages and a culture that thrives off of creativity and individuality.

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 “EA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

 

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We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

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.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

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.