Staff Software Engineer (Cloud Services / Distributed Systems)
Job Summary
Job Description
- 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
- Experience with SQL and Kafka
- Contribution to open-source community
- Gamer
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Matching 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
- Sony product discounts
- Bonus package
15 skills required
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.
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.
- BS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant development experience
- 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
- 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
- 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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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.
$192,500 — $288,700 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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Want to take your career to the next level? Search open job vacancies at any of the Sony Interactive sites by visiting playstation.com/careers/
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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