Staff Software Engineer (Cloud Services / Distributed Systems)

8 Months ago • 10 Years + • Devops • $192,500 PA - $288,700 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Technical Operations Systems & Integrations team at SIE's Future Technology Group (FTG), you will play a key role in designing and developing critical systems for network observability and protection within a large, geographically distributed infrastructure. You'll also contribute to the development of the internal Cloud Services Hub, a centralized platform for customer engagement, service delivery, and innovative solutions. Responsibilities include providing domain direction, gathering requirements, developing technical specifications, architecting major features, implementing and delivering features, collaborating with stakeholders, performing root cause analysis, defining integration tests, and mentoring team members.
Must have:
  • Proficiency in Java and Python
  • Unix/Linux programming experience
  • Distributed systems architecture knowledge
  • NoSQL and Relational Database expertise
  • Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CNCF technologies
Good to have:
  • Experience with SQL and Kafka
  • Contribution to open-source community
  • Gamer
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program
  • Sony product discounts
  • Bonus package

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.

Staff Software Engineer, TechOps Systems & Integrations

Sony Interactive Entertainment's Future Technology Group (FTG) team is leading the cloud gaming revolution, putting console-quality video games on any device! We are looking for passionate software engineers who are fascinated by the technologies behind the Internet and cloud computing.

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Technical Operations Systems & Integrations team, you’ll play a key role in the design and development of critical systems for network observability and protection in a large geographically distributed network infrastructure. Additionally, you will play an essential role in the development of our internal Cloud Services Hub—a centralized platform designed to drive seamless customer engagement, streamline service delivery, and empower innovative solutions.
Requirements
  • BS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant development experience
Responsibilities
  • Provide domain direction and influence overall strategy of projects/products.
  • Gather functional requirements and develop technical specifications.
  • Review and consult on designs by other engineers.
  • Architect major features, frameworks, sub-systems while modeling high standards for testable design and automation.
  • Ownership of the implementation, and delivery of features/components from start to finish
  • Work closely with stakeholders and product owners to identify areas for product improvement
  • Proactive root cause analysis for reported issues
  • Communicate estimates, schedules, issues and dependencies to technical or project lead
  • Define and craft integration tests with Test Engineering teams
  • Continually bring new ideas and insights about technology to the engineering team
  • Mentor other team members on standard development methodologies
  • Advocates software craftsmanship and takes pride in their work
Skills & Knowledge
  • Proficiency in Java required
  • Proficiency in Python required
  • Previous experience working in Unix/Linux programming environments
  • Advanced knowledge of distributed systems architecture and cluster computing
  • Strong Knowledge in both NoSQL and Relational Data Stores
  • Strong understanding of concepts such as concurrency, parallelism, and event driven architecture
  • Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Prometheus, Consul, and other CNCF technologies
  • Knowledge of Web technologies including REST, JSON, gRPC, and WebSocket
  • Intermediate knowledge of version control tools such as git and GitLab
  • Working knowledge of TCP/IP and network programming
  • Previous experience with continuous integration and delivery
Additional Attributes
  • Familiar with Agile development environment
  • Enjoys working in a multifaceted and fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and documentation skills
  • Accountability
  • Contribution to the open-source community is a plus (ie. blogs, source code, etc)
  • Experience with SQL, Kafka is a plus
  • Gamer is a plus

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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.

$192,500 — $288,700 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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