Software Engineer in Test Co-op/Internship - Summer 2025 (BioWare QV)
Multiple Locations: Vancouver, BC, Canada • Edmonton, AB, Canada
Requisition Number: 186377
Position Title: Intern General
External Description:
At BioWare, our mission is to create worlds of adventure, conflict, and companionship that inspire you to become the hero of your story. Our teams inspire creativity using tech and tools and work with thousands of developers across EA’s network of studios. We are passionate about games and their potential as a creative medium to reach and inspire people through emotion, artistry, and engaging storytelling. If you share this passion, this is an amazing opportunity to help shape the next generation of gaming.
We’re looking for a Software Engineer Co-op to join our paid world-class internship experience. The start date for this opportunity is May 2025 (4-month term), you may be eligible for course credit depending on your institution. You will report to the Associate Technical Director. For more information about our Next-Gen Program, visit https://www.ea.com/careers/interns-and-university-graduates
You will work within EA’s BioWare Quality Verification Engineering organization. This work will focus on the AI and Machine Learning domain and will be the foundation for our next generation of tools and solutions for driving effectiveness and efficiencies in our QV process.
Responsibilities
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Implement and expand tools, automation, and systems needed to support quality game development.
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Help with the research and development of AI and machine learning participating in the technical evolution of the Quality Automation strategy.
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Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts, designing processes and creating system flowcharts to illustrate how the solution functions.
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Create detailed documentation of research findings.
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Participate in all aspects of an iterative, agile software development process, including scoping, detailed design, effort estimation, coding, debugging, maintenance and support.
Qualifications
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Currently pursue or recently completed a BS in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
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Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming and solid Design Patterns and other engineering best practices i.e. testing, code reviews, documentation.
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Experience with AI frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
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Understanding of AI and computer vision principles, including machine learning, large language models (LLM), image processing.
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Proficiency in programming languages such as C#/.NET, Python, C++
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Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical teams.
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Experience with Unreal Game Engine an asset
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Experience with Unreal Blueprint an asset
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Experience with cloud native and container infrastructure an asset
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Knowledge of Test-driven Development, Code Coverage and other Code Quality practices an asset
We are only considering students who will be enrolled in an accredited degree program throughout this Co-op, slated to graduate no earlier than May 2026. You must be legally authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis during the 4-month Co-op. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Ceci ne s’applique pas au Québec.
BC COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these states. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location.
EA has listed the pay ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting. Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, degree type (e.g. Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD), what stage you are in your degree journey (i.e. freshman, sophomore, etc.), qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.
BASE SALARY RANGES
• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria):
º 65,000 - $70,000 CAN Salary
The pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. We also offer a package of benefits including 80 hours per year of sick time (prorated based on scheduled hours per week if less than full-time), 16 paid company holidays per year, medical insurance, and 401(k).
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Community / Marketing Title: Software Engineer in Test Co-op/Internship - Summer 2025 (BioWare QV)
Company Profile:
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.
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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 take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much 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.
Days Open: 5
Can this position be remote?: 0
EEO Employer Verbiage:
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 take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much 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.