Description
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.
As a Senior Software Engineer, Engine Systems, you will report to Principal Technical Director and build the foundational technology that powers Apex Legends. You will design and maintain core engine systems across physics, memory, input, and platform layers. You will partner with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver scalable systems that improve performance, stability, and player experience in a live service environment.
Responsibilities:
- Design and maintain core engine systems across multiple domains
- Own cross-cutting technical initiatives from design to release
- Optimize memory, CPU, and bandwidth across gameplay systems
- Debug and resolve complex issues in large-scale codebases
- Integrate platform and partner technologies into the engine
- Collaborate with design, art, and audio on feature development
- Mentor engineers through code reviews and technical guidance
Qualifications:
- 8+ years developing game engine or systems-level code
- Strong C/C++ experience in performance-critical systems
- Experience working in large, shared codebases
- Shipped at least one AAA game on console or PC
- Experience optimizing memory, CPU, or runtime performance
- Experience developing on Sony, Microsoft, or Nintendo platforms
- Strong understanding of 3D math or simulation systems
Pay Transparency - North America 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).
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) $169,500 - $242,600 CAD
- California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) $193,100 - $296,500 USD