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.
This is a posting for a future opportunity, intended to build a candidate pipeline for upcoming hiring needs.
EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, with top-selling video game franchises, award‑winning interactive technology, fan programs, and cross‑platform digital experiences. EA SPORTS creates connected experiences that ignite the emotion of sports through industry‑leading sports video games, including Madden NFL football, FIFA Soccer, NHL® hockey, NBA LIVE basketball, and EA SPORTS UFC.
Position Overview

You will analyze cheat data and provide actionable recommendations.
You will simulate real-world attack scenarios and attempt to exploit and abuse game designs/features.
You will perform technical security assessments, audits, and design reviews.
You will analyze, assess, and respond to security threats affecting game security.
You will advise game teams on how to mitigate against abuse.
You will partner with other security software engineers, data scientists, and security product managers, and improve our security posture.
You will develop internal tooling needed to support reverse engineering / red teaming.

Qualifications

Knowledge of video games with virtual economies or cheating/botting.
Basic to intermediate understanding of the Windows kernel and its internal systems.
Knowledge of operating system fundamentals (processes, threads, virtual memory, etc.).
Data querying skills with experience in Presto and MySQL.
Ability to read and understand C++ (bonus if some knowledge in C#, Java, or .NET CIL).
Ability to safely handle potentially malicious software.
Software development experience and the ability to write your own tools, scripts, and extensions.
Experience with debuggers such as WinDbg, x64dbg, OllyDbg, or GDB.
Experience with disassemblers such as Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Radare2.
Knowledge of cryptography fundamentals.

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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