Senior Multiplayer & Online Engineer
At Electronic Arts, we're dedicated to creating next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. As a Senior Multiplayer & Online Engineer, you'll be part of our team that brings creativity and innovation to life.
About the Role:
We're seeking a highly skilled engineer with 7+ years of experience in shipping high-quality games on PC and/or Gen 4/5 consoles. You'll work closely with Tech Directors, software engineers, and EA backend partner teams to architect and drive implementation of cross-platform synchronous co-op gameplay and online features using the Unity game engine.
* Develop and implement architecture for cross-platform co-op gameplay, chat, and integration with backend services for telemetry, authentication, commerce, cloud saves, downloadable content delivery, and server-driven live events.
* Collaborate with development teams to align on architecture and backend service requirements.
* Prototype integration of client game code with backend services to evaluate choices and recommend production quality implementation.
* Review time estimates from the development team and provide time estimates for tasks.
Requirements:
* 7+ years experience shipping high-quality games on PC and/or Gen 4/5 consoles.
* Strong working knowledge of modern C# & C++.
* Console (Nintendo or Sony or Microsoft) development experience required.
* Experience shipping multiple games with the Unity engine is required.
* Strong working knowledge of network programming and integrating game client code with online services required.
* Experience working on and shipping multiplayer games is required.
* Experience optimizing games for networked gameplay performance is a plus.
* Experience working with backend services, server-side programming languages (Java/Kotlin/Typescript) is a plus.
* Ability to prototype systems and applications rapidly.
* Ability to review code, documentation, and document architecture.
What We Offer:
Hybrid or on-site work model based out of Melbourne. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development.
About Us:
We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Join us in shaping the future of entertainment.