Sr Software Engineer

3 Months ago • 5 Years + • Full Stack Development • $156,400 PA - $234,600 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

PlayStation is seeking a motivated Senior Software Engineer to join its Madison, WI team. This role focuses on developing common telemetry libraries used across all PlayStation platforms (PS5, web, mobile). Responsibilities include defining requirements, crafting solutions, collaborating with various teams, ensuring code quality, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate is proficient in C++, has experience with JavaScript, and excels in a hybrid work environment. The position demands strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively across diverse projects and programming paradigms.
Must have:
  • 5+ years professional software development experience
  • Highly proficient in C++ (multi-threaded, multi-core)
  • Experience with JavaScript
  • Collaboration with multi-functional partners
  • Defining requirements and crafting solutions
Good to have:
  • API and shared services design
  • Experience with SPA/front-end frameworks (React, React Native)
  • Familiarity with Jenkins or CI/CD tools
  • Agile/Scrum methodologies
Perks:
  • Top-tier benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program
  • Sony product discounts
  • Bonus package (potential)

Job Details

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.

Sr Software Engineer

Madison, WI

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 phenomenal restaurants and social opportunities right outside the door. We have a very flexible work from home policy: live close enough to the office for occasional in-person meetings and events, otherwise work in the office as much or as little as preferred! Although your home base will be Madison, the team includes members in other PlayStation offices - strong abilities to collaborate in a hybrid environment is a must.

Responsibilities:

We are seeking a motivated Senior Software Engineer to join the team that creates common telemetry libraries used by engineering teams across all PlayStation platforms, including the PlayStation 5 console, web, and mobile. The position is a hands-on engineering role for someone who likes to work with other hard-working engineers in a fast-paced, inclusive, and fun environment.

  • Define requirements and craft solutions for major features of shared libraries and services used within the PlayStation ecosystem. This involves thoroughly documenting feature designs, both architecture and end-user documentation, with a strong focus on ease of use and developer experience.
  • Support and collaborate with teams across all of PlayStation by quickly understanding a variety of project architectures and identifying how features can be architected and integrated effectively across shared libraries in multiple programming languages (primarily C++, JavaScript).
  • Define and deliver evaluation criteria for testability, scalability, and performance of new features and improvements. Maintain stability, performance, and quality of the codebase by applying development standards while using automation to support internal CI/CD workflows.
  • Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility by context-switching across diverse projects and programming paradigms. Write clean, scalable solutions that align with a wide variety of use cases.
  • Work independently and mentor junior engineers. Provide detailed peer review feedback for all team members. Understand existing development and testing processes and identify improvements to support the team and product.
  • Exercise creative problem solving capabilities and collaborate with other teams and engineers to define a path forward.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent, or at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree
  • 5+ years professional software development experience
  • Highly proficient in developing high-performance C++ code, with understanding of multi-threaded and multi-core software development.  At least some industry development experience with JavaScript.
  • Experience collaborating with multi-functional partners outside your domain, especially with product, design, quality, and server engineering

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Experience with API and shared services design
  • Expertise with SPA/front-end frameworks such as React, React Native, or similar
  • Familiarity with Jenkins or any CI/CD tools
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum software development methodologies

 

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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.

$156,400 - $234,600 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.

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