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Software Engineer Intern

California, United States (On-site)

Software Engineer Intern

2 Months ago • Upto 1 Years

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javascript

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python

innovation

Job Description

Software Engineer Intern at Sony Playstation in San Mateo, CA. This internship focuses on enhancing developer productivity tools and platforms. Must have experience with JavaScript, Python, or C++, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive learning attitude.

Must have:

JavaScript, Python, C++
Software Development
Problem Solving
Proactive Learning

Good to have:

DevOps
Agile Methodology
Cloud Computing
Version Control

Perks:

Relocation Assistance
Fixed Hourly Pay

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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.

Software Engineer Intern - Masters

San Mateo, CA

About the Team:

At Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE), the Client Developer Experience (DevEx) team is dedicated to enhancing developer productivity and collaboration. We design and maintain client workflow tools and platforms that streamline development processes, empowering engineers to innovate and deliver high-quality PlayStation products and services more efficiently. As part of the DevEx team, you will work on cutting-edge solutions that improve development workflows, directly impacting the speed and quality of product releases at SIE.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Software Engineer Intern on the Client Developer Experience (DevEx) team, you will contribute to enhancing our developer productivity tools and platforms. Your responsibilities will include:

Assisting in the design, development, and testing of software features that optimize client workflows for PlayStation products and services
Collaborating with senior engineers to implement improvements, troubleshoot issues, and document solutions
Researching and prototyping new technologies
Contributing to the continuous improvement of our development processes

What We’re Looking For:

Currently enrolled in an accredited university, pursuing a Master’s degree, with an expected graduation by Spring 2026
Studying Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Strong understanding of software development principles and practices
Familiarity with programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, or C++
Experience or interest in developing tools and platforms to improve developer workflows
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and a positive, can-do attitude

Eligibility:

Able to work during one of the following periods: May 19th - August 8th or June 16th - September 5th.
Must be available for the entire 12-week internship period.
Open to students who are U.S. citizens or international students with an F-1 visa.
Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Our intern positions offer a fixed hourly pay rate. Please note that the pay rate is exclusive to the internship period and may not reflect what pay may look like following the completion of an internship.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.

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.

Intern Pay Range

$54 — $54 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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$54.0K - $54.0K/yr (Outscal est.)

$54.0K/yr avg.

San Mateo, California, United States

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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.

For more information about our company, please visit SonyInteractive.com. For more information about PlayStation products, please visit PlayStation.com.