Electronic Arts

Software Engineer - IPS

Shanghai, China March 24, 2026 Ea Careers Portal (Custom Ats)
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General Information

Locations: Shanghai, Shanghai, China 
Role ID
211885
Worker Type
Regular Employee
Studio/Department
CT - Infrastructure & Platform
Work Model
Hybrid

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.

Report to: Senior Engineering Manager

Department Overview:

Central Technology is a force multiplier, working at the intersection of creativity, technology, and play to power our enterprise. Our teams develop EA’s proprietary game engine, drive cutting-edge research, manage innovative infrastructures, create safety and security, and transform data into inspiration. Together, we keep EA moving so it can do what it does best — build unforgettable experiences for people who love games.

The Infrastructure and Platform Services team (IPS) is the backbone of EA’s global gaming ecosystem, delivering the technology that powers EA’s live games and player experiences. IPS provides a deep portfolio of digital platform gaming services and production infrastructure to EA's game studios. From scalable cloud solutions to AI-driven gameplay services, IPS ensures that EA’s games are available anytime, anywhere for millions of players worldwide.

The Challenge Ahead:

IPS provides the EA Digital Platform powering the global EA ecosystem. We provide you the foundation for all of EA’s incredible games and player experiences with high-level platforms like Commerce, Marketplace, AI, Gameplay Services, Identity and Social. The platform demands high availability at millions of transactions per minute level. As a software engineer, you will build and grow the platform at scale, solve technical challenges at global scale with us, and empower live games and player experiences with us. 

You will work Hybrid in Shanghai.

Qualifications:

  • Within 3 years of experience after graduation.

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science/related field or relevant experience.

  • Can work in English

  • Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms.

  • Proficiency in software development practices, including writing clean, reusable code, and basic understanding of test-driven development and continuous integration.

  • Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, C++ or Python.

  • Familiarity with back-end development frameworks and technologies (e.g., Spring Boot).



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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