Manager, Software Engineering

Sony Interactive Entertainment; Aliso Viejo (CA); Hybrid; USD 201,091 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

Sony Interactive Entertainment, located in Aliso Viejo, CA, is looking for a Manager, Software Engineering. The successful candidate will oversee distributed systems and game virtualization software projects, ensuring effective management of stakeholders and risks.

This role requires a strong technical background with at least five years of experience in designing and developing systems for next-generation technology. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is also required, along with expertise in programming languages such as C/C++, Rust, and Python.

The salary range is $201,091.00 to $277,000.00 per year, with telecommuting options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing/developing systems for high-performance computing.
• Debugging and troubleshooting performance/reliability issues for distributed systems.
• Experience developing low-level Linux software and drivers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver distributed systems and game virtualization software projects.
• Manage stakeholders, dependencies, and risks effectively.
• Ensure adherence to project schedules and monitor progress.

Skills

C/C++

Rust

Python

Git

Shell scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in relevant field (alternative)

Job description

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?

Sony Interactive Entertainment isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we're part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting‑edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.

Manager, Software Engineering

Aliso Viejo, CA

Role Overview

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a Manager, Software Engineering in Aliso Viejo, CA to deliver distributed systems and game virtualization software projects through effective management of stakeholders, dependencies and risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field or equivalent, and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience designing and developing robust systems for next‑generation technology in high‑performance computing and infrastructure services; debugging and troubleshooting performance and reliability issues for distributed systems and real‑time cloud gaming infrastructure; developing low‑level Linux software and drivers for datacenter racks; developing testing and benchmarking tools for rack hardware to ensure that they meet functional and performance requirements at high‑load levels; translating hardware design schematics into functional specifications for software design and development; driving the software development lifecycle from end to end by creating, reviewing, and maintaining functional specifications, software design documents, and test plans; defining project deliverables, planning, ensuring adherence to schedules, and monitoring and reporting progress to stakeholders; and utilizing programming languages including C/C++, Rust, and Python, version‑control systems including Git, and shell scripting for code development and review.
• In the alternative, employer will accept a Master's degree and three (3) years of experience.

Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies.

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.

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Base salary range is $201,091.00 - $277,000.00 per year.