Senior Software Engineer - Generalist (Foundations) (Apex Legends)
Electronic Arts2 hours ago
Base Salary
$165k - $256k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design and maintain core engine systems across multiple domains.
- Own cross-cutting technical initiatives from design through release.
- Optimize memory, CPU, and bandwidth across gameplay systems.
- Debug and resolve complex issues in large-scale codebases.
- Integrate platform and partner technologies into the engine.
- Collaborate with design, art, and audio teams on feature development.
- Mentor engineers through code reviews and technical guidance.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience developing game engine or systems-level code.
- Strong C/C++ experience in performance-critical systems.
- Experience working in large, shared codebases.
- At least one shipped AAA game on console or PC.
- Experience optimizing memory, CPU, or runtime performance.
- Experience developing on Sony, Microsoft, or Nintendo platforms.
- Strong understanding of 3D math or simulation systems.
Benefits
- Hybrid work model in Los Angeles, California, or Vancouver, British Columbia.
- US benefits include paid time off, sick time, company holidays, parental bonding leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k).
- Canada benefits include vacation, sick time, maternity and parental/adoption leave, extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and a retirement plan.
- Certain roles may be eligible for bonus and other incentive programs.
- Additional benefits may include mental well-being support, retirement savings, complimentary games, and career development opportunities.
Tech Stack
CC++
Categories
Gaming
About Electronic Arts
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