PlayStation

Software Engineer II

PlayStation$172K — $225K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
  • 2 years of experience with large-scale ETL workflows and data transformation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft SQL Server, Python, and Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience in developing Java and JavaScript based web applications, including Node.js services.
  • Familiarity with automating data pipelines using Bash and Python scripts.
  • Ability to administer Linux servers and manage job scheduling and access control.
  • Strong skills in schema design, data normalization, and SQL query optimization.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop backend applications including microservices and reactive APIs using Node.js.
  • Maintain and optimize ETL workflows for data integration and reporting.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business needs.
  • Administer Linux servers and ensure secure operational environments.
  • Monitor and validate data flows, identifying inconsistencies for accuracy.
  • Develop analytics dashboards and apply anomaly detection techniques.
  • Participate in technical design discussions to translate requirements into solutions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Matching 401(k) plan to support retirement savings.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Wellness program to promote employee health.
  • Exclusive employee discounts for Sony products.
Full Job Description
Software Engineer II

Los Angeles, CA

Role Overview
  • Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a Software Engineer II in Los Angeles, CA to design, develop, and maintain backend applications ranging from servlet-based monolithic web applications to microservices and reactive APIs using Node.js and frameworks including Spring Boot/WebFlux.


Requirements
  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent and two (2) years of experience performing large-scale ETL workflows and data transformation using Microsoft SQL Server, Python, and Microsoft Excel; collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop Java and JavaScript based web applications, including Node.js services, to integrate ETL outputs with reporting and analytics systems; automating and optimizing data pipelines through scheduled Bash and Python scripts for recurring workflows, batch execution, reruns, and failure handling; administering Linux servers, including job scheduling, log monitoring, and role-based user access control, supporting secure and stable operational environments; utilizing schema design, data normalization, indexing strategies, and SQL query optimization to support scalable ETL pipelines, data integrity, and analytical reporting; monitoring, debugging and validating end-to-end data flows, identifying data inconsistencies to ensure accuracy and reliability across ETL stages; applying data analysis and anomaly-detection techniques, including fraud detection and risk scoring to surface usage patterns and irregularities; developing analytics and anomaly-detection dashboards; and collaborating and participating in technical design discussions with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies.


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.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$172,137.00 - $225,100.00/year

About PlayStation

PlayStation is a video game brand that consists of four home video game consoles, as well as a media center, an online service, a line of controllers, two handhelds and a phone, as well as multiple magazines. The brand is produced by Sony Interactive Entertainment, a division of Sony, with the first PlayStation console released in December 1994, followed by the PlayStation 2 in 2000, the PlayStation 3 in 2006, the PlayStation 4 in 2013, and the PlayStation 5 in 2020. PlayStation also has a strong online presence, with the PlayStation Network (PSN) which provides online gaming, streaming services, and access to the PlayStation Store. The PlayStation brand has become one of the most successful video game brands in history, with over 500 million consoles sold worldwide.
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