Software Engineer in Test

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.

Creative Innovation is one of several organizations within EA Studios that provides solutions to deliver games to millions of players around the world. With touchpoints across all titles and platforms, we work collaboratively to bring direct impact to our players worldwide.

The Tools and Technology Team within Creative Innovation is looking for accomplished people to help us fulfill our mission of providing creative tools and workflows that allow EA to lead the industry in content quality.

The Challenge Ahead

As a Software Engineer in Test, you'll take ownership of designing and implementing test automation frameworks from the ground up. You'll collaborate with developers, technical artists, and our Quality Engineering lead to ensure the quality of our software, focusing on systems involving photogrammetry, automated rigging, rendering, and animation. You will report to a Development Director.

What You'll Do

• Build, extend, and maintain scalable automation frameworks and tests using Python, JavaScript, Playwright, Postman, and AI tools, integrated with CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery
• Design and implement test strategies for complex systems such as photogrammetry, automated rigging, and generative animation
• Analyze test results and work with developers to identify, diagnose, and resolve bugs
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define quality standards, mentor junior SETs, and contribute to best practices in collaboration with the QE lead

What We're Looking For

• Strong programming skills in Python and JavaScript
• Hands-on experience with Pytest, Playwright, and Postman
• Experience designing and building automation frameworks from scratch
• Knowledge of testing principles, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Experience conveying ideas and collaborating across teams and partners.

Bonus Points For

• 3+ years of experience in the gaming or entertainment industry.
• Familiarity with photogrammetry, automated rigging, generative animation, or calibration testing
• Familiarity with Kubernetes
• Experience using AI tools in testing workflows

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) *$119,600 - $167,300 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.

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 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.