Engineer II, Graphics

PlayStation is seeking a Graphics Software Engineer II to join the Developer Technology Group. This role involves assisting AAA and Indie studios with complex engineering problems, researching and developing innovative graphics techniques, algorithms, and tools. The engineer will support, educate, and push the boundaries of game technology, taking ownership of projects that directly impact PlayStation technology and game engineers globally. This position offers flexible working hours, hybrid working options, and the opportunity to work remotely, focusing on high-end computing graphics technology.

Must Have

• Support, educate, and push the boundaries of game technology for developers
• Directed R&D with the opportunity to create new technologies for developers
• Have ownership of projects that impact PlayStation technology and game engineers directly
• Work with leading AAA studios and engineers around the world
• Become an expert in high-end computing graphics technology
• Focus on graphics and systems technology at the deepest levels and areas of specialization
• Provide direct partner support through dedicated online developer portal, conferences calls, 1 on 1 meetings, etc.
• Investigate and identify issues for developers to resolve blockers through code, technical guidance, and documentation
• Fulfill department KPIs (Key-Performance-Indicators) which are directly tied to department support metrics
• Participate in internal/external training which is driven by developer needs
• Ramp-up quickly on multiple topics/subjects to become the expert
• Handle and prioritize multiple issues and projects at the same time
• Strong C/C++ programing ability and structured programming knowledge
• Graphics experience, including understanding of GPU hardware and graphics pipelines
• Excellent analysis, debugging, problem-solving and code optimization skills

Good to Have

• Worked with cutting edge graphics technology, R&D, or as a game developer
• Experience working with and writing drivers, core technology
• Obsessed with optimizations and efficiency
• Likes to tinker, reverse engineer, and make things better, faster
• Track record of delivering professional products within time and on budget
• Tired of long hours crunching at work and not having enough time for yourself and family

Perks & Benefits

• Inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working
• Good work/life balance
• Top-tier benefits package
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts for Sony products
• Bonus package eligibility

We have a phenomenal opportunity to join our Developer Technology Group here at PlayStation HQ in San Mateo, CA. We seek a graphics software engineer to assist studios from AAA to Indie, tackle complex engineering problems and research and develop innovative graphics techniques, algorithms, and tools. If this is you, we want to hear from you!

We offer flexible working hours and hybrid working, with most, though not all days working from home. We don’t have crunch like some game teams and aim to give staff a good work/life balance.

This position offers the opportunity to work remotely.

What You’ll Do

• Support, educate, and push the boundaries of game technology for developers
• Directed R&D with the opportunity to create new technologies for developers
• Have ownership of projects that impact PlayStation technology and game engineers directly
• Work with leading AAA studios and engineers around the world
• Become an expert in high-end computing graphics technology
• Focus on graphics and systems technology at the deepest levels and areas of specialization

What You’ll Learn

• Develop broad and deep understanding of console hardware, graphics, systems, and I/O
• Insight into leading industry developer’s technology pipelines
• Learn how PlayStation became the market leader in gaming technology

General Responsibilities and Skills

• Innovate graphics code and technology to maximize rendering quality and performance on PlayStation platforms
• Have a support and service-oriented mindset
• Proven ability to learn new skills and eager to embrace new challenges
• Excellent collaborator and ability to work effectively and efficiently with others
• Excellent communication skills through all mediums (verbal, written, etc.)
• Comfortable speaking to large groups publicly
• Enjoys creating educational materials (PowerPoint, articles, etc.)
• Flexible in areas of development and assignment of tasks
• Self-motivated and resourceful
• Acts independently, professionally, and proactively with continuous drive for excellence

Role Responsibilities

• Provide direct partner support through dedicated online developer portal, conferences calls, 1 on 1 meetings, etc.
• Investigate and identify issues for developers to resolve blockers through code, technical guidance, and documentation
• Fulfill department KPIs (Key-Performance-Indicators) which are directly tied to department support metrics such as quality of response, response times, resolution times, etc.
• Participate in internal/external training which is driven by developer needs. Including but not limited to creation of content for PlayStation partners at public and private events such as GDC, internal developer conferences, webinars, etc.
• Have ability to:
• Ramp-up quickly on multiple topics/subjects to become the expert
• Handle and prioritize multiple issues and projects at the same time
• Mentorship:
• Will Insert yourself as a mentor to junior level engineers
• Looks to delegate, guide, encourage and assist others
• Leads by example

Estimated Work Time Distribution

• 70% Hands-on time providing technical guidance, researching solutions, debugging / implementing code, and improving documentation for partners
• 15% Research, development, and creation of internal / external developer training content
• 10% Mentorship and assistance for other engineers
• 5% Participating in team meetings and other administrative tasks

Interests, what you’ve done in the past

• Have worked with cutting edge graphics technology, R&D, or as a game developer
• Have experience working with and writing drivers, core technology
• Obsessed with optimizations and efficiency
• You like to tinker, reverse engineer, and make things better, faster
• Have a track record of delivering professional products within time and on budget
• Tired of long hours crunching at work and not having enough time for yourself and family

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent
• Industry and/or academic experience within the supported domain (Gfx, Sys, Network, etc.)
• Industry and/or academic hands-on experience with graphics techniques, languages, APIs, and tools
• Strong C/C++ programing ability and structured programming knowledge
• Graphics experience, including understanding of GPU hardware and graphics pipelines
• Excellent analysis, debugging, problem-solving and code optimization skills

About Developer Technology Group (DTG)

DTG is regarded as a global leader in providing deep technical expertise to game developers. As an engineer in DTG, you will be part of a world-class team focused on finding answers and solutions to complex challenges developers face. If you love stretching the limits of what is technically possible, and you are eager to learn new things, then you will fit right in.

Our team works closely with various Sony family groups across the globe from San Mateo, Tokyo, to London, helping to define PlayStation technology now and in the future.

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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$145,600 - $218,400 USD