Senior Software Engineer - Generalist (Foundations) (Apex Legends)

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 Ranges:

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) $141,400 - $204,400 CAD
• California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) $165,000 - $256,000 USD