We are EA

And we make games – how cool is that? In fact, we entertain millions of people across the globe with the most amazing and immersive interactive software in the industry. That’s why we employ the most creative, passionate people in the industry.

Have you ever experienced the thrill of a last minute goal that carries your team to victory in front of millions of people? Working here is kinda like that

The Challenge Ahead

As Software Engineer you will be a part of the game creation process, including architectural design, implementation, and debugging on multiple platforms—working on complex problems with Designers, Artists and other Engineers in domains including rendering, gameplay, audio, user interface, online, physics, databases and tools. You will report to the Operations Development Director and Technical Lead to estimate, build projects and provide excellent results.

What This Software Engineer Will Do At EA

Roughly 70 to 85% hands-on coding (Java with SQL)
Create and work on large-scale distributed HTTP-based backend service creating new features and updating existing ones
Resolve defects during QA testing, preproduction, production and from the live environment
Work with multiple clients working on multiple different platforms who use the features you create to complete user facing features
Occasional off-hours support for development needs and support of the live environment ensuring our consumer experience is always outstanding

The Next Great EA Software Engineer Also Needs

4 or more years’ experience developing software in Java
2 or more years’ experience working on online services/severs (HTTP via REST)
Strong working knowledge of the HTTP protocol
Strong working knowledge of SQL (MYSQL preferred)
Knowledge of the Software design/architecture process
Experience with unit testing (JUnit)
Experience developing and maintaining large-scale distributed applications
Experience with source control systems
Experience with Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA