Electronic Arts

Description & Requirements

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 Title: Software Engineer (Server) – Java

Job location: You will work in Shanghai.

EA SPORTS FC Mobile Shanghai is a global team devoted to developing and operating a high-quality mobile football game experience. Our quest for creativity, respect for autonomy, and emphasis on collaboration are at the heart of our team culture, which empowers us to create high-quality games and experiences worldwide.

As a team, we are passionate, innovative, and open to possibilities. We learn from past experiences and strive for progress. We value team synergy and believe a relaxed working environment can yield better results. That’s why we promote and support maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

As a software engineer, you are an essential part of the game creation process and are involved in the feature design and implementation of the game and live service and you will report to a Sr Software Engineer.

Responsibilities

• You will maintain existing server-side code to ensure its robustness.
• Resolve complex server-related technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime and interruption to services.
• Be responsible for quality testing and deployment tools, and the corresponding process design.
• Manage projects/tasks related to server feature implementation, including planning, coordination, and documentation, and demonstrate commitment to delivery.
• Collaborate with team members, operational teams and external partners.
• Demonstrate influence through conversations, teamwork, and providing guidance to junior team members.

Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ game server related development experience
• In-depth understanding of common server-side development technologies
• Familiar with Java programming language and related debug tools
• Experienced with Linux platform development and Containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)
• Experience with version control systems like GitHub / GitLab and developing branching approaches
• Familiar with networking protocols (e.g., TCP, UDP, HTTP, and WebSocket)
• Familiar with database and in-memory data cache development
• Familiar with object-oriented programming and design patterns
• Experienced with large online game, mobile game development
• Experienced with database technology/optimization, e.g., SQL and NoSQL solutions
• Excellent conversations with non-technical personnel
• Proficient in reading and writing English documents

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

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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