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Electronic Arts

Senior Systems Software Engineer - American Football

Electronic Arts
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hybrid senior full-time Madrid, Spain

First indexed 6 Sept 2026

Description

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. As a Senior Systems Software Engineer, you will help architect and scale core game and engine foundations within Unreal Engine.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Architect, develop, and maintain complex engine systems in alignment with broader technical roadmaps and team goals.
  • Define and manage per-system frame budgets, establishing viable performance metrics for cross-functional teams and providing technical guidance.
  • Develop, integrate, and scale foundational engine systems within Unreal Engine for a performance-critical, networked game architecture.
  • Deliver high-quality, performant technical implementations that adhere to strict memory and system constraints.
  • Contribute to core EA technologies in an architecturally sound way to promote collaborative development efforts.
  • Implement and manage data-driven systems to support live service updates.
  • Partner with leadership to define and uphold performance metrics while shaping long-term technical roadmaps.

Your Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience with C++.
  • 5+ years of experience with Unreal Engine architecture.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Experience with parallel programming, resource management, and multi-processor hardware architecture.
  • Advanced experience profiling, optimizing, and debugging performance bottlenecks within Unreal Engine.
  • Proficiency in integrating and maintaining large-scale systems covering multiple domains.
  • Advanced debugging skills applicable to client/server multiplayer games.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health services, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leave, free games, and more.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and onsite options.
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