Sony Interactive Entertainment · 1 day ago
Sr Software Engineer - Player Experiences
San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$193K/yr - $290K/yr
3+ years expSony Interactive Entertainment is a global leader in entertainment, recognized for its PlayStation family of products and services. The Sr Software Engineer - Player Experiences will work within an Agile Scrum team to design and develop engaging user experiences for the PlayStation platform, focusing on both front-end and back-end development.
Consumer GoodsMusicVideo Games
Responsibilities
Work as part of an Agile Scrum team to design and develop end-to-end React/React-Native/Javascript-based applications in the front-end as well as Java/JS/Graph QL in the backend. These applications will deliver high quality, engaging user experiences across desktop and mobile environments
Ability to support and develop SDK/Sample Programs in native C++ code as needed
Ability to develop server components
Work closely with Product Owners and Product Managers to translate product requirements into well-structured, maintainable code
Collaborate with teams from multiple functions to define and refine technical approaches that support performance, accessibility, and scalability
Create design documents, incorporating feedback from subject matter experts across the department
Continuously learn, experiment, and bring forward innovative ideas — participate in Hackathons and Café Days to help shape the future of PlayStation experiences
Contribute to evolving engineering standards and advocate for clean, sustainable coding practices
Mentor and support junior engineers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Equivalent industry experience will be evaluated
Solid base in Computer Science, understanding of OOP, Data Structures, and Design Patterns
Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
3+ years of experience with designing and developing client applications, plus experience in services integration
Strong programming skills using JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, JSON
Passionate about quality and writing clean, readable code that scales and performs well
A collaborative teammate, a fast learner, with a positive and can-do attitude
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, and experience with frameworks such as React and React Native
Experience developing and debugging cross-platform applications for environments such as iOS, iPadOS, and macOS
Strong knowledge of native development, eg Objective-C / Swift (iOS), Java (Android)
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for quality software
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience working with performance optimization, accessibility, and responsive design principles
Preferred
Hands-on experience with React Native bridges and native integrations using Objective-C, Swift, or C++
Experience with GraphQL, REST APIs, and containerization tools such as Docker
Experience with server development in Java, Python, or other service development languages
Curiosity about AI-assisted development tools or automation that improves developer productivity
Experience working in Gaming, Digital Media Services, Device Software
Experience working with a large multi-cultural team that values collaboration and inclusive professional conduct
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Matching 401(k)
Paid time off
Wellness program
Coveted employee discounts for Sony products
Bonus package
Company
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Sony Interactive Entertainment is responsible for the PlayStation brand and family of products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ben King
SVP, Direct-to-Consumer, Sony Interactive Entertainment / Playstation
Kiichiro Urata
SVP, Head of Japan Asia Partner Development & Relations / member of the Board of Directors
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