Staff Software Engineer

sonyglobal; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sony SEPS is seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Software Engineer to support the development of the Sony Engagement Platform. You will design secure, scalable applications and deliver exceptional user experiences across Sony's global ecosystem.

Responsibilities include API development, collaboration with front-end teams, data modeling, documentation, and mentoring junior engineers within an agile environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in large codebases.
• Proven experience in full stack development.
• Proficiency in Java, Go, or Python; REST API design.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript ecosystem; React/Angular/Ember.
• Awareness of UI/UX design principles; strong collaboration.
• Excellent communication and teamwork; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design and develop RESTful API endpoints with high performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with front-end engineers to deliver dynamic, user-centric web applications.
• Define data models and database schemas; ensure data integrity and performance.
• Create and maintain documentation for architecture, design, and configurations.
• Provide accurate task estimates and contribute to sprint planning.
• Participate in on-call rotations to maintain system reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of learning and improvement.
• Uphold honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct in all responsibilities.

Skills

Full stack development

Java / Go / Python

REST API design

JS / TS ecosystem

UI/UX principles

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Jenkins

CI/CD tooling

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 seeking a highly skilled and experienced Full Stack Software Engineer to support the development of the applications that power the Sony Engagement Platform. In this role, you will design and build secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions that deliver exceptional user experiences across Sony's global ecosystem.

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

• 8+ 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

Benefits:

SCA offers benefits-eligible employees ( generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offe

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 ".