About the role
General Information
Location: Bucharest, Romania
Worker Type: Temporary Employee (12 Months)
Studio/Department: EA Studios - SPORTS
Work Model: Hybrid
Description
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. EA SPORTS is one of the most iconic brands in entertainment, connecting hundreds of millions around the world to the sports they love. EA SPORTS FC represents the future of football, taking global experiences to new heights.
The Role
EA Sports FC Ultimate Team C++ Engineers work on the client side of the FC Ultimate Team game mode. You will work on the features that build the most played game mode of the FC game, using existing architecture or by bringing improvements to the UI Framework and Frostbite add-ons. As EA Sports FC Ultimate Team is an exclusive online game mode, you will work side-by-side with server team members to implement features such as stadium customization, season objectives, FUT club, or the transfer market.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement features for EA Sports FC Ultimate Team game mode and other game modes within the product.
- Design, maintain, implement, test, and debug code, pipelines, and other Ultimate Team-related sub-components and packages.
- Work with Server Engineers, Production, and Interface Designers to gather requirements and write technical design specifications.
- Report to an EA Sports FC Ultimate Team manager and collaborate with peers to develop features.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in C++ software development.
- Proficient in object-oriented programming and OO design principles.
- Ability to work with existing and unfamiliar code.
- Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues by breaking them down into actionable steps and implementing effective, pragmatic solutions.
- Proven capability to build strong partnerships with peers and stakeholders.
- Demonstrates curiosity and openness toward new technologies, proactively upskilling and applying new knowledge to improve individual and team outcomes.
Nice to Have
- Experience in UI technologies (Qt, Unity, or Unreal UI frameworks or web front-end development).
- Familiarity with ActionScript and scripting languages (Python, Lua).
- Experience with C# and SQL.
About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts values adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. The company empowers employees to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth, supported by leadership that encourages learning and experimenting.
Benefits
EA adopts a holistic approach to benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Packages are tailored to local needs and may include:
- Healthcare coverage
- Mental well-being support
- Retirement savings
- Paid time off
- Family leaves
- Complimentary games
Equal Opportunity
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. EA considers qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law and provides workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.