Software Engineer II (Automation)

Description & Requirements

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.

WE MAKE FUN...FUNNER.

We are Full Circle, and we're all about having fun and making great games that people want to play with their friends. As the developers of Skate™, we are set to provide an experience that embraces and builds upon everything our community found special about the previous games. We believe in creating an inclusive world inside and outside of our games for our players and our team.

We are looking for a passionate Software Engineer who loves building smart solutions to solve complex problems with elegant, automated systems. Reporting to the Technical Director, you will develop technology to drive automated validation of game systems and content on Skate™.

Work Model: Hybrid 3 days a week onsite at the EA Vancouver studio

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks and tools
• Work alongside AI Engineer
• Write code in C++ and other appropriate languages
• Develop hooks and expose data required to create automated tests
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams locally and remotely to identify automation opportunities and deliver scalable solutions
• Continuously improve existing automation systems for performance, reliability, and scalability

Skills and Knowledge Required

• Experience developing and maintaining automation frameworks or tools
• Critical thinking, strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience with game engines and 3rd party APIs
• Game Design Experience
• Fluency in C++
• Experience with code/data in multithreaded Client/Server Architecture
• 3+ years of professional experience in software engineering or automation development.

Desirable

• Agentic AI / agentic architecture experience
• Integrating AI solutions with AAA Console/PC games
• Understanding of latest UI technologies, UI design patterns including development of UI frameworks
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and related tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).

PAY RANGES

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) *$100,000 - $139,500 CAD

In British Columbia, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

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 adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and 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.