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Security Software EngineerEA SPORTS • Vancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Security Software Engineer

Security Software Engineer

EA SPORTS • Vancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About Electronic Arts

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.

Job Overview

The EA SPORTS Security team helps make the games safe, secure, and fun by developing in-game security features, analysing data, and responding to security incidents. As a Software Engineer, you will develop and implement solutions applicable to the portfolio of EA SPORTS titles to prevent instances of cheating, botting, and tampering. You will partner with game developers, data scientists, fraud analysts, and other software engineers to address some of the most interesting game security challenges. You will report to a lead within the Security organisation.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement security features across client applications and game servers.
  • Maintain legacy code to enhance performance and stability.
  • Refactor, rework, and port existing features to improve functionality and efficiency.
  • Conduct technical security assessments, code audits, and design reviews to ensure security measures are in place.
  • Interpret partner requests and design requirements, translating them into sound, creative, and scalable technical designs and solutions.
  • Collaborate with internal technical teams and external partners to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Qualifications And Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Over 5 years of industry experience with C++ and / or Java as the primary programming language, with strong knowledge of low‑level coding.
  • Experience working on legacy systems with successful maintenance and upgrades.
  • Experience developing scalable software using established software engineering best practices.
  • Pluses

  • Experienced in security development, with a focus on safeguarding game integrity.
  • Expertise in building internal tools designed to detect and counteract bots, cheaters, and tampering.
  • Familiarity with online games featuring a virtual economy and the unique security challenges they present.
  • Experience in shipping or supporting game development projects.
  • Working knowledge of security best practices and enterprise security experience.
  • Compensation And Benefits

    Pay Ranges

  • British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria)
  • $119,600 – $167,300 CAD
  • In British Columbia, we 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.

    Seniority level

    Mid‑Senior level

    Employment type

    Full‑time

    Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology

    Industries

    Computer Games

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    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.

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