Gameplay/UI Engineer

Responsibilities

You will use Python, C++ and ActionScript 3 to implement data-driven gameplay and UI systems.

You will create new Sim behaviors : interaction with the world, other Sims, and objects.

You will build creative aspects of real life within a simulation game (e.g. socialization, careers, weather).

You will work with designers, producers, artists, and other engineers on improving the data-driven framework that brings designs to life.

You will write technical design documents detailing software requirements.

You will build unique content for a game that supports a large demographic of simulation player patterns.

You will write code with performance and memory usage in mind.

Excellent technical problem-solving skills under iteratively changing requirements during development.

Technical Requirements :

Bachelor / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.

2+ year experience in a hands-on development role.

Demonstrate technical abilities with projects implemented in C++ or Python.

Experience with Windows platform and development tools (e.g. Visual Studio or other programming IDEs).

Experience optimizing existing game code to be more performant.

Pluses :

Previous engineering experience owning a major system.

Demonstrate experience working in large data-driven games or applications.

Experience developing for large-scale live products.

Experience using static and performance analysis tools, automated testing, unit testing, and configuration management processes.

Knowledge of UI technologies such as Scaleform, ActionScript 3, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or familiarity with Flash.

Visit us at : https : / / www.ea.com / ea-studios / maxis

Ceci ne s’applique pas au Québec.

BC COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these locations. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location.

EA has listed the base salary ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting.

Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

BASE SALARY RANGES

British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) :

º $96,400 - $133,900 CAN Annually

Base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. We also offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI / QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental / adoption leave), extended health / dental / vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees.

Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us.

We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life.

We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more.

Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

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.