Software Engineer II

2 Weeks ago • 1-2 Years

About the job

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Software Engineer II needed for PlayStation in Madison, WI. Build commerce features and applications using JavaScript, React, and GraphQL. Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for quality code are essential.

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.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

About the Team

Are you interested in building the next generation of gaming for a company with millions of fans around the world? If you dream of crafting meaningful experiences for users, or enjoy tackling unique and exciting challenges, you’ll find everything you are looking for (and more) at PlayStation! We’re looking for a hard-working Software Engineer who is eager to embrace the journey of building the future of gaming with us, one piece at a time.

We are currently looking for a Software Engineer to add to the growing Madison, WI PlayStation community. We apply modern web technologies and methodologies to build an outstanding commerce platform and a customer experience filled with delight. The ideal candidate will come from an object-oriented development background, and be passionate about front end web technologies. This is an opportunity to join one of the world's most recognized brands, to collaborate with PlayStation Engineering teams in California, Japan, and Europe and to say “I work for PlayStation”.

Yes! There is a Sony office in Madison, WI! We are located in the heart of downtown right on the Capitol Square with an outstanding view of the east side and many great restaurants and social opportunities right outside the door. We have a very flexible work-from-home policy as well: live close enough to the office for occasional in-person meetings and events, otherwise, work in the office as much or as little as you like!

What You'll Be Doing

Develop, test and document JavaScript-based business critical commerce web features and applications
Work with Product Owners and Product Managers to understand feature requirements, gather technical requirements, and develop new features in PlayStation web applications
Passionate about Quality and strives to improve processes, proposes standard methodologies and drives their usage within the teams
Write unit tests and component tests for features with key characteristics of stability and maintainability which prevent regressions in the product code.
Work quickly and effectively in a fast-paced ever-evolving environment
Work with other team members by reviewing and giving feedback on pull requests and design plans
Participate in Hackathons and Cafe Days to improve your skills and increase innovation at PlayStation.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or at least three years of proven experience in lieu of a degree
1-2 years of web development experience
Strong problem-solving skills
Proficient in HTML, CSS, the JavaScript ecosystem and familiarity with popular frameworks like React, Angular, Ember, Jest, Babel, and TypeScript
Ambitious with an ability to take initiative
A passion for robust sustainable code

Nice to have...

Experience with React and/or Ember
Experience with GraphQL
Experience with Docker

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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.

$132,400 — $198,600 USD

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.

$132.4K - $198.6K/yr (Outscal est.)

$165.5K/yr avg.

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Sony Interactive Entertainment pushes the boundaries of entertainment and innovation, starting from the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. Today, we continue to deliver innovative and thrilling experiences to a global audience through our PlayStation line of products and services that include generation-defining hardware, pioneering network services, and award-winning games. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with global functions in California, London, and Tokyo, and game development studios around the world as part of PlayStation Studios, we believe that the power of play is borderless. Sony Interactive Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

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