Junior Server Software Engineer

About the Role

PlayStation is seeking a Junior Server Software Engineer to help deliver world-class, personalised experiences for our users on web, mobile, PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5. Ready for a rare opportunity to be part of a high-performance team, delivering high quality software, for one of the world's most recognisable brands? If you are passionate about quality, problem solving, and collaborating with teams across the globe, we believe you will be an excellent fit!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Microservices: Contribute to our suite of microservices for the Personalization framework, helping it meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.
• Feature Implementation: Successfully implement feature requests by applying algorithms and optimising 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 skills to increase test coverage.
• Monitoring and Health Metrics: Contribute to platform health, adding new monitoring capabilities to ensure performance and stability.
• Collaborative Development: Work closely with a team of engineers, actively participating in scrum/agile ceremonies to ensure seamless collaboration and project success.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent, other certifications with at least 1 year of relevant professional experience, or at 2-3 years of experience.
• Skills in Java or Kotlin: Proven abilities in these programming languages, following standard methodologies.
• Object-Oriented Programming: Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and design patterns
• Algorithm Knowledge: Solid understanding of algorithms and their applications
• Component and Unit Testing Frameworks: Experience with frameworks and CICD tools to ensure quality and coverage.
• Performance Monitoring: Ability to monitor and optimise the performance of microservices, adding new capabilities as needed.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Experience using source control tools like git and svn.

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Hybrid Working (within Flexmodes)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year
• On Site Gym
• Subsidised Café
• Free soft drinks
• On site bar
• Access to cycle garage and showers