Senior Software Engineer

Electronic Arts

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Redwood City, CAChatsworth, CAVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Salary
$169,500–$242,600 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $186k
This role $206k
$115k most similar roles pay here $256k

This role pays more than 70% of similar roles. Most pay $153,440–$217,725 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $206k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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 149 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $122,300–$170,700 across 81 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer

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As a Senior Software Engineer at EA Studios - Respawn, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the performance and stability of Apex Legends by developing foundational technologies. Your responsibilities include debugging complex issues across various levels of abstraction, collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain system integrity, and optimizing online multiplayer experiences through robust networking code. You will also analyze performance data to identify and resolve crashes and defects, ensuring that each game release delivers an exceptional player experience. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of software development experience, proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and a strong background in profiling and optimization. This role involves working on large-scale codebases and contributing to the technical stack from engine to backend services, supporting EA’s commitment to delivering top-tier live service games.

Skills

C++ Python Profiling Optimizing software Collaboration Debugging Networking Performance analysis System design Maintaining codebases Hybrid work model Cloud services CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Debug and resolve complex issues in large-scale codebases.
  • Quantify game performance to prevent regressions and improve stability.
  • Contribute strong networking code to enhance the online multiplayer experience.
  • Design, own, and maintain engine systems for performance and stability.
  • Analyze performance data to identify crashes and guide player-experience improvements.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in software development or equivalent game development.
  • Proficient in C/C++ and scripting languages like Python.
  • Strong background in profiling and optimizing software performance.
  • Experience working with large, shared codebases.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field.
  • Expertise in debugging complex issues across various levels of abstraction.

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