Android Software Engineer - EA Ventures

Electronic Arts; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game company is looking for a Software Engineer (Android) to develop engaging mobile experiences. You'll work with Kotlin, collaborate with teams, and optimize app performance. This role requires a passion for building quality Android applications that connect users. Join us for a hybrid work environment with great benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Complimentary games

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of professional Android development experience.
• Solid proficiency in Kotlin and familiarity with Android architecture components.
• Hands-on experience integrating with RESTful or GraphQL APIs in production apps.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain Android applications using Kotlin.
• Implement API-driven features, integrating with backend systems.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers.

Skills

Kotlin

Android architecture components

RESTful or GraphQL APIs

UI/UX design principles

CI/CD pipelines

Tools

Android Studio

Gradle

Job description

Locations: Southam, Warwickshire, United Kingdom

Role ID: 211250

Worker Type: Regular Employee

Studio/Department: Marketing

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. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

The future of entertainment is interactive, and our Ventures Group plays an important role in this future by building content, culture, and community that take us Beyond Gaming. We empower audiences to Play, Create, Watch, and Connect across our amazing franchises and experiences, including The Sims, Madden NFL, EA SPORTS FC, Apex Legends, and Battlefield. We’re a multi-functional group, with world-class expertise in building fandom, driving interactive storytelling, and positioning our franchises at the center of the broader entertainment ecosystem.

We are seeking a Software Engineer (Android) to help design and build engaging mobile experiences for our social and connected products. This is a hands-on role for an engineer who loves crafting great user experiences, learning from experienced peers, and contributing to the development of high-quality Android applications that reach millions of players worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain Android applications using Kotlin.
• Implement API-driven features, integrating with backend systems to enable social and connected experiences.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver high-quality mobile features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code, following established engineering practices.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and optimization efforts to ensure app stability and performance.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, testing processes, and app deployment workflows.
• Continuously learn and grow, developing deeper technical expertise in Android frameworks and tools.

How Your Success Will Be Measured:

• Delivery of reliable, API-integrated Android features aligned with product and design goals.
• Consistent adherence to code quality and testing standards.
• Collaboration and communication within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated growth in technical proficiency and ownership over time.

What You Bring:

• 2-4+ years of professional Android development experience.
• Solid proficiency in Kotlin and familiarity with Android architecture components (Jetpack, ViewModel, LiveData, Room, etc.).
• Hands-on experience integrating with RESTful or GraphQL APIs in production apps.
• Understanding of UI/UX design principles, testing (JUnit, Espresso), and app performance optimization.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Gradle builds, and debugging tools (Android Studio, Logcat, Profiler).
• Curiosity and eagerness to grow your skills in large-scale, cloud-connected applications.

Soft Skills & Values:

• Collaborative and communicative team player.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Passion for building high-quality Android experiences that connect players and communities.
• Eager to learn from senior engineers and contribute to team success.

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.