Requisition Number: 152864

Position Title: Sr Software Engineer I

External Description:

Rendering Engineer – Star Wars

We are looking for a talented Rendering Engineer to join an established, experienced team of developers working on a AAA Star Wars title in development at Motive 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. We are using the cutting-edge Frostbite Engine to deliver innovative Rendering technologies and pushing the boundaries of player expectations.

 

Role: Rendering Engineer

An ideal candidate will have professional knowledge of rendering technologies for game development. You will have general experience with PS4 & XBOX One & PC Hardware, GPU architecture, deferred lighting, global illumination, shadows, anti-aliasing, etc. You will work closely with Narrative designers, Cinematic animators & your lead to help design, architect & implement major narrative systems for the product. You will work with content creators to implement features, tools, and debugging workflows.

 

Expectations

• Work with Artists to collaborate on bringing the vision of the Art Director to life.
• Work with a Lead Rendering SE to create cutting-edge rendering technologies.
• Develop in the Frostbite Engine creating leading technologies for games around the globe.
• Profile and optimize GPU performance on consoles & PC.
• Support Artists & Technical Artists using tools and workflows with debugging tools, documentation & usability.

 

Required Technical Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience working on AAA products in a related role with multiple shipped titles.
• Experience on current consoles - PS4, XBONE, PC.
• Proficient with modern rendering techniques such as Photogrammetry, PBR, Compute Shaders.
• Experience with a large data-driven engine, such as a commercial engine or a large internal one.
• Strong expertise with C++ and experience in object-oriented design and implementation.
• Strong mathematics skills especially with Linear Algebra & Calculus.
• Understanding of multithreaded architectures and synchronization principles.
• Strong ability to work with internal and externally developed code in a collaborative fashion.
• Excellent debugging skills and experience using tools to help debug.
• In-depth understanding of performance bottlenecks of rendering features.
• Experience with a variety of performance analysis tools such as PIX, GPAD, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

 

Bonus Skills

• Experience working with off-site developed technology and driving collaboration process.
• Experience with C# for tool development.
• Experience working with Technical Artists as partners in feature production.
• Experience with Agile methodologies for software development.
• Demonstrates dependability and commitment to projects and tasks.
• Team-first mentality. No ego, just a commitment to get the best quality into the game.

 Motive Vancouver

Motive Vancouver is made up of an all-star team that combines industry veterans with fresh thinkers, who are creating new, socially connected experiences for players through beloved franchises such as Star Wars and Plants Vs. Zombies. We pride ourselves on providing our team members a world-class campus that promotes fun, both at work and in play. https://www.ea.com/studios/motive/vancouver

 contact our recruiter:  Rebecca Davis-rdavis@ea.com

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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.