Senior Software Engineer I

Sony Corporation; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus

Employee stock purchase plan

Sony product discounts

Hybrid work schedules

Job summary

Sony Corporation is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to build and enhance internal applications powering the Sony Engagement Platform. You will contribute to front‑ and back‑end development, deliver scalable, user‑centric solutions, and collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams.

You will work on RESTful APIs, data modeling, and cross‑functional initiatives in a fast‑paced environment with hybrid work arrangements and a focus on reliability and product quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience with medium/large code bases.
• Experience in full stack development across front-end and back-end.
• Proficiency in Java, Go, or Python and REST API design.
• Strong HTML, CSS and JavaScript, with React/Angular/Ember/Jest tooling.
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design and develop RESTful API endpoints with performance and scalability in mind.
• Collaborate with front-end engineers to build dynamic, user-centric web apps.
• Define robust data models and databases (SQL/NoSQL) with data integrity at core.
• Create and maintain documentation for architecture and configuration.
• Provide accurate task estimations and contribute to sprint planning.
• Participate in on-call rotations to ensure system reliability and uptime.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of learning and improvement.

Skills

Full Stack

REST API

Java/Go/Python

React/JS

UI/UX principles

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

CI/CD

Job description

Join the Sony Engagement Platform Services (SEPS) Team, where innovation meets collaboration in the dynamic world of digital engagement. At SEPS, we are building the next-generation platform that powers how fans connect with the content—and the creators—they love. Our mission is to unlock meaningful, data-driven engagement across Sony’s entertainment ecosystem, from games and anime to music, film, and live experiences—empowering both internal teams and external partners to build at scale. Our mission is to create a world-class engagement platform that not only enhances existing revenue streams but also drives new opportunities through a robust ecosystem of partners and creators. By decoupling application development from platform services, we empower our teams to deliver exceptional solutions with agility and efficiency. If you are passionate about shaping the future of digital engagement and want to be part of a vibrant community that values creativity and collaboration, we invite you to explore the exciting opportunities within our team. Together, we will shape the future of fan experiences and define the foundation for what’s possible in the realm of engagement. To learn more visit: www.sony.com/en/SonyInfo/technology/stories/entries/sep_introduction/

Position Summary

SEPS is looking for a talented and motivated Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join our team in building and enhancing internal applications that drive the Sony Engagement Platform. In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering secure, scalable, and user‑centric solutions that support Sony’s global business units. As a Senior Engineer, you’ll contribute to both front‑end and back‑end development efforts, helping to design and implement high‑quality software systems. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams including product managers, UX designers, and fellow engineers to bring innovative features to life. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, take ownership of their work, and thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Architect, design and develop RESTful API Endpoints, ensuring high performance, scalability and maintainability
• Collaborate closely with front‑end engineers to build dynamic, responsive, and user‑centric web applications that deliver seamless user experiences
• Define robust data models and database schemas, and manage relational or NoSQL databases with a strong emphasis on data integrity and performance optimization
• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for application architecture, design, configuration, and ongoing maintenance
• Provide accurate task estimations and delivery timelines, contributing to effective sprint planning and execution
• Participate in the on‑call rotation, responding promptly to production issues and ensuring system stability and uptime
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team
• Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above

Qualifications for Position

• 5+ years professional experience working with medium/large complex code bases
• Experience in Full Stack development
• Experience with one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Go, or Python
• Experience in REST API design and implementation
• Highly Proficient in HTML, CSS, the JavaScript ecosystem and familiarity with popular frameworks like React, Angular, Ember, Jest, Babel, and TypeScript
• Knowledgeable in UI/UX design principles
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to collaborate and to develop strong and positive team relationships
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or at least three years of proven experience in lieu of a degree
• Demonstrated ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Database management, cloud technologies (AWS), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of React best practices
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines
• Automated deployment tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins)
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Experience with Agile development methodologies such as SAFe, Scrum
• Experience developing software solutions that support e-commerce, digital commerce, or direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) platforms
• Exposure to personalization, recommendation engines, customer identity management, subscription services, or digital payment platforms is a plus.
• Knowledge of APIs, microservices, cloud‑native architectures, and integrations commonly used in e‑commerce ecosystems.

Benefits

• SCA offers benefits‑eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well‑being.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
• Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
• Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
• Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability plans
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• 401(k) Plan with pre‑tax, Roth, and after‑tax options and company match with immediate vesting
• Education assistance and student loan programs
• Hybrid work schedules
• Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
• Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
• Matching gift program
• A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
• Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees
• Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after‑tax payroll deductions)
• Annual incentive bonus

In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to “fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology”.

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $175,000 to $200,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

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Purpose

Fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology.

Values

• Dreams & Curiosity Pioneer the future with dreams and curiosity.
• Diversity Pursue the creation of the very best by harnessing diversity and varying viewpoints.
• Integrity & Sincerity Earn the trust for the Sony brand through ethical and responsible conduct.
• Sustainability Fulfill our stakeholder responsibilities through disciplined business practices.