Advanced Software Engineer, Online Services - American Football

The Online Software Engineer will help build networked game experiences for EA Sports titles, working within a fast-paced, action-oriented multiplayer sports game environment. The role involves both C++ Unreal game development and C# .NET web services. The engineer reports to a Software Engineering Manager and works with the Technical Lead to estimate, build and improve projects. The focus is on delivering efficient and effective code across the customer-facing experience and the backend services that power those experiences.

• Leverage EA's Digital Platform technologies to implement server features, components, and services.
• Create and maintain client code to support features and improve multiplayer experiences.
• Optimise client and server online systems to improve latency, reliability, scalability, performance, and memory.
• Design and iterate on architecture and infrastructure improvements for live systems and workflows.
• Work closely with partner teams to stand up and maintain online infrastructure and services for the title.
• Own experiences through the full stack, from UI in the game client all the way to the backend services and databases that power those experiences.

• 6+ years of experience in software development with a strong proficiency in both C#/.NET for backend services and C++ for Unreal Engine game development.
• Experience developing in and debugging multi-threaded/concurrent architectures.
• Familiarity with database technologies (e.g. MySQL, SQL, Redis).
• Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, UDP).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent training and professional experience.

• Experience with networked applications or features (client/server and/or peer-to-peer).
• Experience working with Microsoft, Sony, or Nintendo game consoles.
• Experience with network optimization and improving service reliability.
• Experience with log analysis and tools such as Splunk.
• Experience with Linux.
• Experience with Visual Studio and deep knowledge of the debugging tools.

• Hybrid/Onsite in Orlando, FL or Madrid, Spain

EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, fan programs, and cross-platform digital experiences. EA SPORTS creates connected experiences that ignite the emotion of sport through industry-leading sports video games, including Madden NFL football, EA Sports FC soccer, NHL® hockey, and EA SPORTS UFC.