Electronic Arts (EA)
Software Engineer
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Development & Release Engineering - Software Engineer (Build Support)
Location: Guildford (Hybrid - 3 days in office)
At Electronic Arts, we craft immersive, next-level entertainment experiences that resonate globally. Our mission fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation—where every team member contributes to stories that captivate millions.
About the Role
The Development and Release Engineering (DRE) team is EA’s global hub for automation specialists. With over 100 colleagues stationed across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, we empower your game studios through expertise in Build & Test Automation, Continuous Integration, Metrics Reporting, and Virtual Infrastructure.
As a Software Engineer in our DRE Sims Support team, you’ll focus on build support, collaborating with Maxis teams worldwide. Your responsibilities will span build automation, release automation, configuration management, and system maintenance, reporting to the Development Director for Sims.
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Key Responsibilities
- Work globally with game teams to ensure build automation meets reliability and scalability needs
- Maintain system health across diverse project repositories
- Deliver troubleshooting support for automation infrastructure and production builds
- Provide regular status updates for offline teams (across time zones) on assigned tasks and failure incidents
- Actively document issues and resolutions to enhance team-wide processes across multiple environments
Core Requirements
- 3+ years of software development experience
- 3+ years with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Docker or alternatives)
- Proficiency in build orchestration (e.g., Jenkins, Jenkins Pipeline, CI/CD principles)
- Experience with version control (Perforce or Git)
- Strong troubleshooting skills involving deployment and debugging strategies
- Expertise in Python and/or scripting languages
- Distributed systems familiarity
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About Electronic Arts
Our portfolio of success—from landmark brands to cutting-edge communities—reflects EA’s dedication to innovation and adaptability. Creativity thrives here, reward structures are holistic, and belonging is prioritised. Beyond core benefits like healthcare and family leave, we offer a carefully crafted package to support physical, professional, and personal wellness, including:
- School and family support programmes
- Leadership opportunities for growth
- Global platforms to share ideas
- Employee Wellness (mental health, holistic needs)
- Flexible perks: free games, retreats, subsidised childcare
EA commits to diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities regardless of background or disability. Our accommodations, hiring, and workplace policies align with legal protections.
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