Software Engineer (Contract)

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

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Software Engineer (Contract)

Los Angeles, CA

What Makes This Opportunity Unique:

As a Software Engineer (Contractor) at PlayStation, you will have the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that define the gaming industry. You will be part of an ambitious team that strives for flawless execution and delivers outstanding quality. This role provides an outstanding opportunity to innovate and compete in a highly dynamic environment, contributing to the development of outstanding gaming experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Maintain Microservices: Create and sustain a suite of microservices (JVM based) for our personalization framework, ensuring they meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.

• Feature Implementation: Successfully implement product feature requests by applying sophisticated algorithms and optimizing real-time services.

• Code Refactoring and Maintenance: Engage in continuous code refactoring activities to improve the quality and performance of our services.

• Unit Testing: Apply your extensive expertise in unit testing frameworks to guarantee comprehensive test coverage and employ CICD tools to identify and fill any gaps in coverage.

• Monitoring and Health Metrics: Supervise the health metrics of our services, adding new monitoring capabilities to ensure performance and stability.

• On-Call Rotation: Participate in on-call rotations to maintain the stability and normal operations of the entire services stack.

• Collaborative Development: Work closely with a team of engineers, actively participating in scrum/agile ceremonies to ensure seamless collaboration and project success.

• Ensure Performance and Scalability of Services meet business requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong Skills in Java, Kotlin, and Scala: Demonstrated expertise in these programming languages, following standard methodologies.

• Object-Oriented Programming: Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and design patterns, with proven ability to apply them effectively.

• Algorithm Knowledge: Solid understanding of sophisticated algorithms and their application in real-time service configurations.

• Component and Unit Testing Frameworks: Extensive experience with component and unit testing frameworks and CICD tools to ensure quality and coverage.

• Performance Monitoring: Ability to monitor and optimize the performance of microservices, adding new capabilities as needed.

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively within a team.

• Agile Methodologies: Experience with scrum/agile methodologies, actively participating in ceremonies to drive project success.

• Experience using source control tools like git and svn.

• 3+ years’ experience with new product development, software development and system architecture.

Join PlayStation and determine your future in a role that offers the chance to significantly impact the gaming world. We value creativity, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. If you are a Software Engineer ready to compete at the highest level, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. 

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.