Offer summary

Qualifications:

8+ years of professional experience in backend services development, Expertise in software architecture, design, and testing of distributed services, Strong understanding of API design, security, and cloud infrastructure management, B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent..

Key responsabilities:

Design and build backend services and APIs for mobile game development and operations

Integrate services with tools and systems across the organization

Establish CI/CD pipeline for high-quality software delivery

Manage cloud infrastructure for deploying and scaling services.

Job description

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 Group Corporation.

Lead Engineer, APIs & Services

PlayStation Studios Mobile is seeking an experienced software engineer to build internal APIs and services supporting the development, publication, and operation of free-to-play mobile games; and to integrate these services with internal systems and tools.

Responsibilities

Design and build backend services and APIs for mobile game development, publishing, and operations
Integrate these services with tools & systems maintained by teams across the organization
Establish CI/CD pipeline to facilitate the delivery of high-quality software
Manage the cloud infrastructure needed to deploy and scale services
Measure and improve service security, availability, throughput and cost efficiency
Clearly communicate API & service behaviors to end users and stakeholders
Influence and contribute to the mobile platform roadmap

Desired Skills and Experience

8+ years of professional experience developing backend services handling high volumes of traffic
Expertise in software architecture, design, and testing of distributed services
Expertise in API design and security
Experience as a technical leader in a team setting
Experience packaging, deploying, and operating containerized services
Experience developing systems in compliance with global data privacy and security regulations
Experience in identity resolution for cross-platform mobile games
Experience managing scalable infrastructure with a major cloud provider (e.g., AWS)
Strong understanding of big data processing, message queuing, and distributed caches
Experience with Rust or Golang preferred
B.S. in Computer Science, or equivalent

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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.

$209,900—$314,900 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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