Experienced C++ Generalist Software Engineer - Madden

30 Minutes ago • 5 Years + • Frontend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

EA SPORTS Madden NFL is seeking an experienced C++ Generalist Software Engineer to develop and extend features for career-focused modes like Franchise and Superstar. Responsibilities include developing offline and online features, writing technical documentation, planning and implementing core logic, designing and debugging code, collaborating with designers, and working within a team. The role requires 5+ years of C++ experience, expertise in software engineering principles, and knowledge of data-driven systems. The position is hybrid/onsite in Orlando, FL and focuses on enhancing user experiences beyond gameplay, contributing to a connected and socially interactive game experience.
Must have:
  • 5+ years C++ experience
  • Software engineering principles
  • Data-driven systems knowledge
  • Debugging complex applications
  • Develop offline/online features
  • Collaborate with designers
Good to have:
  • JavaScript frameworks
  • Flash/ActionScript 3.0
  • Photoshop knowledge
  • Passion for American Football
Perks:
  • Paid time off
  • New parent leave
  • Free games

Job Details

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.

EA SPORTS Madden NFL is the best-selling sports property in U.S. Video game history. Madden NFL is an immersive, simulation-based, authentic NFL interactive experience, empowering fans to play out their NFL fantasy of winning the Super Bowl (and much more). Madden NFL has entertained fans over three decades with more than 130 million lifetime units sold.

We're looking for an experienced Generalist Software Engineer who would be interested in developing features for EA SPORTS Madden NFL’s various career-focused modes, such as Franchise and Superstar. Our engineers develop and extend features in the game to facilitate user experiences that extend beyond twitch gameplay and contribute to a connected and socially interactive game experience. Above all, we're looking for an engineer who is excited to use their talent and experience to build AAA quality games. You will report to the engineering manager for the team.

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

Your Responsibilities

  • Develop and extend offline and online features.

  • Write technical documents for user facing features.

  • Plan & implement a feature's core logic and flows.

  • Design, maintain, implement, test and debug code.

  • Work with designers to gather requirements and propose technical solutions.

  • Work with a team of other engineers in a collaborative environment while being overseen by a tech lead.

Your Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in C++ software development.

  • Able to review, test, debug, and extend existing code.

  • Experience with software engineering principles and architectural design.

  • Knowledge of data driven systems.

  • Skills debugging complex applications.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent training and professional experience.

Bonuses

  • Knowledge developing web interfaces using JavaScript frameworks or technologies such as Flash, Action Script 3.0.

  • Working knowledge of Photoshop.

  • A passion for American Football.

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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