Software Engineer

Requisition Number: 164529

Position Title: Software Engineer I

External Description:

Electronic Arts Inc. is a global interactive entertainment software company. EA delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones and tablets.

EA - Software Engineer 

Los Angeles, California

Come and join us for an opportunity to work with the best game development teams in the world. We are looking for a Software Engineer to join the quality verification team at EA Redwood Shores. 

You will always find unique solutions in quality and design through tools and automation. You will write code to test EA games using automation frameworks, create and continuously improve our test automation environment, and maintain and develop tools for multiple studio teams. 

You have programming skills, can work on all portions of a technology stack and be assess and estimate tasks. We are looking for a personality type that is dynamic, enthusiastic and able to network across many groups and lead individuals in both the development and quality verification domains to build excellent relationships and communications channels. 

Join a team where you affect our games every day and are challenged and supported to grow and evolve as an engineer! Check out this video for more information on the discipline: https://youtu.be/vr121jg7OVE 

Scope:

• Hands-on coding (C++); requirements gathering and designing new frameworks, platforms, tools and services. 
• Work with development and quality verification teams in an Agile Scrum environment to develop, deliver, own and improve reliable tools and platforms.
• Report to the Technical Director
• Collaborate and contribute within a small to medium team of quality analysts, artists and engineers both locally and remotely.
• Oversee, extend and maintain automation frameworks, tools, engine components and processes used across studios.
• Instrumentation, profiling and collection of game runtime metrics.
• Create reusable technologies.
• Measurably improves process and best practices to achieve targets across a small team of engineers.
• Work with a proprietary engine to develop stable, scalable, efficient and shareable code.
• Provide high-level estimates for technical projects.

Required Qualifications:

• 1 to 3+ years of professional development experience with OOP Languages, C++ and C#
• 1+ years of professional development experience with scripting languages like Python
• A foundation in Computer Science fundamentals, algorithms, design patterns, test-driven development, CI/CD processes, and data structures
• Understanding of SDLC, STLC processes, software testing best practices and testing methodologies
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer, Software Engineering, Computer Science Degree or related concentration, equivalent and/or combination of education and work experience

Desired:

• Experience with iOS or Android software development (or PS4/Xbox console equivalent).
• Experience leading a team to develop software best practices, technical design, test-driven development, code review.
• Experience with AAA game engines Unreal Engine 4/UE4  (Unity) 
• Visual scripting languages and Behavior-driven Development practices.
• Holding CSM, CSPO, A-CSPO, PMP or other Agile/Scrum and management certifications

 

 

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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.

Days Open: 15

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EEO Employer Verbiage:

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.