This role pays more than
52%
of similar roles. Most pay
$137,229–$211,905
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$173k
versus about
$175k
for comparable roles.
Based on 238 similar postings.
Employer
About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment, developing and publishing games for consoles, mobile, and PC under franchises including FIFA, Madden NFL, The Sims, Apex Legends, and Battlefield.
Electronic Arts currently has
127 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$122,300–$170,700
across 76 roles with salary data.
Join Maxis as a Core Engineer and contribute to the development of foundational technology for game experiences, focusing on engine and client systems in C++. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including designers, producers, and other engineers to implement core features, optimize performance, and debug complex applications. Your daily tasks include writing technical design documents, developing efficient code, and applying software engineering best practices throughout the development lifecycle. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, proficiency in modern C++, and familiarity with tools like Visual Studio, Perforce, or Git. Experience with commercial game engines, performance profiling tools, and graphics libraries is a plus. This role requires strong technical skills and effective communication to drive innovation in the development of large-scale, data-driven games.
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