Software Engineer, C++ - EA Sports FC

3 Months ago • 3-5 Years • Full Stack Development

Job Summary

Job Description

EA SPORTS FC is seeking a Software Engineer (C++) to contribute to the development of core systems for their next-generation football game. Responsibilities include designing and developing core systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams for seamless integration, optimizing code for performance and maintainability, translating creative concepts into software solutions, participating in code reviews, and reporting progress to technical leadership. This 12-month contract role is based in Southam, UK and requires 3+ years of experience in software engineering, with game development experience preferred. Proficiency in C++, object-oriented programming, debugging, and collaboration is essential.
Must have:
  • 3+ years software engineering experience
  • C++ software development expertise
  • Object-oriented programming skills
  • Complex bug debugging
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
Good to have:
  • Game development experience
  • Scripting languages (Python, Lua, C#)
  • PC & Console (PlayStation/Xbox) experience
Perks:
  • Paid time off
  • New parent leave
  • Free games

Job Details

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.

EA SPORTS is one of the most iconic brands in entertainment – connecting hundreds of millions around the world to the sports they love through a portfolio of industry-leading video games. After nearly 30 years of creating genre-defining, interactive football experiences with the world's biggest football entertainment platform, we are beginning a new era - EA SPORTS™ FC.

The Role

As a Software Engineer, you will join us to develop the latest technology, tools, and frameworks to shape the next big leap forward. Collaborate with passionate colleagues to create ground-breaking features that redefine the gaming experience. Get ready to leave your mark on the next major evolution of EA SPORTS FC!

This role is Hybrid based at our Southam office and is a 12 month temporary contract.

Responsibilities:

  • You will participate with design and development of core systems

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple locations to ensure seamless integration and delivery of a feature

  • Help us increase technical innovation and excellence, optimising code for performance, scalability, and maintainability

  • Work with designers and producers to translate creative concepts into reliable software solutions

  • Be responsible for your own work, collaborating in code reviews and contributing to the quality of the codebase

  • Share progress with your team, reporting to technical leadership and production, collaborating with the wider team and being an active participant in team culture

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years experience in software engineering, game development being desirable

  • Experience working in C++ software development at a professional level

  • Experience debugging complex bugs through multiple techniques

  • Knowledge of object-oriented programming and OO design principles

  • Understand existing and unfamiliar code and modify it

  • Experience communicating and collaborating with multiple disciplines

  • Familiarity with scripting languages e.g. Python, Lua and C#

  • Experience working on PC and either/or PlayStation and XBOX

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.

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