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.
Join the PlayStation Client Developer Experience Team as a Staff Software Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the tools and frameworks that empower our client-side developers. Lead the creation of innovative, cloud-based solutions—such as performance profilers, UI inspection tools, target control systems, and developer setup assistants that streamline workflows and dramatically reduce onboarding time.
Your influence will extend beyond tooling as you help define the future of PlayStation's client frameworks. Tackle complex challenges at scale, blending your expertise in client-side development with backend cloud technologies to drive groundbreaking solutions. Collaborate with a talented and supportive team to advance PlayStation's Developer Experience and contribute to the evolution of our core client frameworks.
- Architect, build, and maintain complex frontend systems using React, React Native, and TypeScript that enhance developer workflows and scale across teams and platforms.
- Deliver cloud-based internal tools that dramatically reduce onboarding and debugging time.
- Influence the architecture and performance of client applications and internal frameworks, setting the direction for frontend development across PlayStation.
- Partner closely with design, platform, backend, and QA teams to ensure seamless end-to-end experiences.
- Mentor and coach engineers, fostering a culture of frontend excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- Conduct in-depth code reviews, raising the bar for quality, consistency, and maintainability.
- Lead performance profiling and optimization efforts to keep apps and tools fast and responsive.
- Solve hard technical problems with creativity, systems thinking, and a user-centric mindset.
- Keep up with the latest trends in frontend development, applying relevant innovations to push our tooling and developer experience forward.
- 10+ years of experience in professional software development, with a strong focus on frontend architecture and tooling.
- Mastery of JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and React Native, with a portfolio of shipped web or cross-platform apps.
- Deep understanding of modern frontend build systems, testing practices, performance optimization, and state management.
- Proven track record of technical leadership, guiding architecture decisions and driving frontend strategy at scale.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a passion for cross-functional teamwork.
- A strong sense of ownership and craftsmanship in developer-facing tools and experiences.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS and building frontend tools that integrate with cloud-based services.
- Familiarity with monorepos, internal platform development, or Developer experience tooling
At PlayStation, we believe in fostering an encouraging and inclusive environment where every team member can excel. We provide attractive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have the chance to collaborate with a team of dedicated individuals who are committed to crafting world-class gaming experiences. Join us and contribute to a company that values innovation, creativity, and the pursuit of excellence.
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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.
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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PlayStation has been at the forefront of interactive and digital entertainment since the debut of our first console in 1994. Our products delight millions across the world through incredible games, cutting edge experiences and access to many types of media.
This commitment to amazing our fans is at the core of who we are and one we share with Sony Corporation, internationally known as a leader in music, movies and consumer electronics.
We can only achieve this goal by welcoming talented people and empowering them to do their best work. From game developers to data scientists, software engineers to cybersecurity experts, marketing to accounting and finance professionals, we’re always looking for talented people who share a passion for creating and our commitment to delivering amazement.
