Software Engineer, C++ - EA SPORTS FC (12 Month Temporary)

Description & Requirements

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.

EA SPORTS is one of the most iconic brands in entertainment – connecting hundreds of millions around the world to the sports they love through a portfolio of industry-leading video games. After nearly 30 years of creating genre-defining, interactive football experiences with the world's biggest football entertainment platform, EA SPORTS FC, we are soon beginning an exciting new era. EA SPORTS FC will become the future of football from EA SPORTS – as we strive to take global football experiences to new heights, on behalf of football fans everywhere.

With more opportunity than ever to innovate and create new, authentic experiences that bring joy, inclusivity, and immersion to a global community of fans, we invite you to join us and pioneer the future of football with EA SPORTS!

The Role

EA Sports FC Ultimate Teams C++ Engineers work on the Client side of the FC Ultimate Team game mode, using C++ technology.

As part of the EA Sports FC Ultimate Team you will work on the features that build the most played game mode of the FC game, using the existing architecture or by bringing improvements to the UI Framework and Frostbite add-ons that we are using to build the features. EA Sports FC Ultimate team is an exclusive Online game mode so you will be working side-by-side with the Server team members, to be able to implement features like stadium customization, season objectives, FUT club or transfer market.

What you will do as a EA Sports FC Ultimate Team Engineer:

• Design and implement features for EA Sports FC Ultimate team game mode, but also other game modes within the product
• Design, maintain, implement, test and debug code, pipelines and other Ultimate Team related sub-components and packages.
• Work with Server Engineers, Production and Interface Designers to gather requirements and write technical design specifications
• You will report to one of the EA Sports FC ultimate team's managers and work with your peers to develop FC Ultimate team features

We're Looking For

• Object-oriented programming experience of OO design principles, 4+ years experience in C++ software development
• Experience in UI technologies (Qt, Unity or Unreal UI frameworks or web front-end development) is very nice to have
• Familiarity with ActionScript and scripting languages (Python, Lua), C# and SQL is nice to have
• Demonstrates curiosity and openness toward new technologies, proactively upskilling and applying new knowledge to improve individual and team outcomes
• Ability to work with existing and unfamiliar code, Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues by breaking them down into actionable steps and implementing effective, pragmatic solutions
• Build strong partnerships with peers and stakeholders

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.