Software Engineer II

Job title: Software Engineer II

About the Role Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a Software Engineer II in San Mateo, CA to develop and maintain high-quality applications and services, ensuring they are production-ready and meet performance standards. This role contributes to the PlayStation ecosystem by delivering reliable software across frontend and backend components.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain high-quality applications and services that are production-ready and meet performance standards.
• Collaborate with teams using Git for creating, reviewing, and merging pull requests; participate in code reviews.
• Implement front-end performance optimization techniques including lazy loading and caching; write responsive CSS with WCAG accessibility standards.
• Build and integrate frontend components with backend services using GraphQL; develop backend components and server logic with Node.js; handle middleware and API integrations.
• Use Docker to build, deploy, and manage containerized applications in development and integration environments.
• Participate in Agile software development methodologies (sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, iterative releases) and refine technical requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent; 2 years of experience developing client-side applications using React, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Redux.
• Proficiency with Git, including creating, reviewing, and merging pull requests.
• Experience with front-end performance optimization (lazy loading, caching) and maintaining responsive UI.
• Strong understanding of JavaScript best practices; writing maintainable, testable, and efficient code across web and mobile platforms.
• Experience with WCAG-compliant accessible CSS and cross-device responsive design.
• Experience with GraphQL to integrate frontend components with middleware and backend services.
• Backend development experience with Node.js; API integration and middleware logic.
• Docker for building, deploying, and managing containerized applications.

Compensation & Benefits

• This role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package.
• Base pay range may vary by market and geographic location; final base pay determined based on knowledge, skills, experience, and location.