Description
We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join the EA Sports Academy in Orlando, Florida. As a Software Engineer, you will be part of a unique, full-time program designed to accelerate your growth and development as a software engineer.
In the first year, you will participate in a guided learning experience, building relationships and developing your technical skills through the Academy experience. You will start with a three-week immersive onboarding experience, including two weeks in-person at our Vancouver campus, followed by a week back at your local studio in Orlando.
As a Software Engineer at EA Sports, you will:
- Collaborate with designers, content creators, and software engineers to deliver features for a cross-platform game
- Write clear and estimable technical design specifications
- Use C/C++ to ship tested and high-quality technical implementations that meet design requirements
- Follow best practices to maximise game performance across multiple devices and platforms
You will also participate in monthly learning modules throughout your first year as part of your EA Sports Academy cohort.
After completing your first year, you will continue in your permanent role with your EA Sports development team, applying your skills to world-class games while staying connected through the EA Sports Academy alumni network and ongoing professional development opportunities.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, or equivalent training and professional experience
- Proficiency in C++ programming
- Demonstrated knowledge of good software engineering practices
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
- Experience solving challenging engineering problems with creative technical solutions
- Willingness to participate in professional development activities to stay current on industry knowledge, principles, and solutions
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, mental wellness support, retirement savings, paid time off, parental leave, free games, and more
- Opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment