Backend Web Developer - EA Sports College Football (12 month temporary contract)

*Note, this position will require a hybrid onsite presence in Orlando, FL*

EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, fan programs, and cross-platform digital experiences. EA SPORTS creates connected experiences that ignite the emotion of sport through industry-leading sports video games, including Madden NFL football, EA SPORTS FC soccer, NHL® hockey, and EA SPORTS College Football.

We are looking for a experienced Back End Web Developer with expertise in Node.js and TypeScript to join our team. You will collaborate with the front end and design teams to ensure seamless integration and performance. Our mission is to work together ensuring the smooth collaboration across all departments. You will work most with your tech lead and peers on the UGC team, and you will report to the engineering manager for the team.

This position will be hybrid/onsite in Orlando, FL.

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain the backend infrastructure of our web applications using Node.js libraries.
• Collaborate with the front end development team to integrate Node.js libraries with the client-side application.
• Ensure the security and integrity of data by implementing appropriate authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Improve backend code for maximum performance and scalability.
• Improve existing codebase to enhance performance and maintainability.

Your Qualifications

• Proficiency in Angular, with an understanding of their core principles and best practices.
• Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and expertise in Node.js development.
• Experience with building and consuming RESTful APIs and working with JSON data.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and front end development workflows (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
• Experience with testing frameworks and libraries (e.g., Jest, Mocha, Chai) for unit and integration testing.
• Knowledge of caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis) for performance optimization.
• Experience with Python and YAML.
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards and techniques for creating accessible web interfaces.
• Familiarity with WebGL and GLSL Shaders.
• 2+ years of experience in C++ software development.
• 2+ years of experience working on Microsoft, Sony or Nintendo game consoles or other embedded systems.