Software Engineer

Requisition Number: 182950

Position Title: Software Engineer III

External Description:

Empowering players to create is an exciting future for the gaming industry. At Electronic Arts we have many examples of players creating content, whether it be a skateboard park in Skate or fantastical mansions in the Sims 4. The future definitely has our players being more empowered to create with their imagination being the only limit.

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our platform engineering and infrastructure support team, where you will be immersed in a stimulating environment that leverages multiple cutting-edge technologies. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a background in Kubernetes and Golang.

Reporting to the Technical Director, you will work in collaboration with experienced teams that have collectively built and worked on backend services for more than two decades. This is a remote based role.

As a Software Engineer, you will:

• Craft Kubernetes operators, to streamline our operations and enhance the scalability of our systems.
• Develop Golang-based software components ranging from APIs, CLIs and Webhooks, contributing to the robustness and efficiency of our backend operations.
• Create elaborate build pipelines, playing an important role in the continuous integration and deployment of our software solutions.
• Collaborate with our game studios, providing them with the support they need to utilise the assets we build

Qualifications:

The most critical skills we are looking for are expertise with Kubernetes and Golang. Even if you do not check every box, please apply if you feel you can carry on a dialogue about your Kubernetes and Golang proficiencies and how your other qualifications make you a strong candidate. Our goal is to connect with developers who are proficient in Kubernetes and Golang first and foremost.

• 5+ years of active work experience in cloud computing in general
• 2 years of active experience using Kubernetes, with a fairly good overall understanding of its inner workings
• Experience with Kubernetes packaging technologies such as HELM or Kustomize
• Hands-on experience crafting CI/CD pipelines and assets
• Proficient in Golang, with a solid understanding of its ecosystems
• Experience writing unit tests based on TDD principles
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS and GCP.
• English verbal & written fluency required for collaborating on a global team.
• You will lead features from design to deployment, including live service support

Pluses:

• Hands-on experience writing Kubernetes operators

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Company Profile:

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: 30

Can this position be remote?: 1

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.