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Senior Ecosystem Engineer

PlayStationPlayStation·Video Games

Compensation

$193,300 - $289,900 USD

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21 days

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About the role

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.

About the team:

PlayStation Product Development is looking for a versatile and motivated Ecosystem Engineer to drive the development of PlayStation's growing hardware product ecosystem. Our PD team is working on future hardware products and gaming experiences around and beyond the console.

The successful applicant is:

  • A self-motivator with initiative and a track record of getting things done and working through ambiguity.
  • Quick to understand and own the integration of new features and technologies into ecosystem products.
  • Used to working with remote and international engineering teams.
  • A strong troubleshooter and hands-on fixer.
  • Not necessarily always right, but always committed to make things right.
  • Curious and eager to learn new skills.
  • An engineer in mind, but a gamer at heart!

Responsibilities:

  • Write and maintain PlayStation ecosystem product specifications and validation plans.
  • Lead product validation activities at external test labs.
  • Travel occasionally to work with test labs and internal/external engineering teams.

Qualifications:

  • Proven track record with validation and qualification of consumer hardware products with software components.
  • Strong technical writing, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Deep understanding of hardware/software system integration testing
  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Jira
  • Leadership experience with small to medium projects
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.

Working Conditions:

  • Agile team; feels like a start-up within a large organization
  • Hiring Location: San Mateo, remote considered
  • Travel (domestic and international) required. Estimated 10%-15%
  • Individual Contributor: Does not have direct supervisory responsibilities nor budgetary or hiring accountabilities

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 color, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, birthing parent or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to build an inclusive environment, empower employ

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Aplyr's read

PlayStation thrives at the intersection of cutting-edge gaming technology and creative storytelling, attracting talent passionate about shaping the future of interactive entertainment.

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What's promising

  • Strong brand recognition and global market presence in the gaming industry.
  • Diverse range of roles indicating opportunities for career growth and specialization.
  • Focus on innovation with roles in machine learning and cloud security.

What to watch

  • High competition in the gaming industry may pressure job security.
  • Rapid technological changes require constant skill updates from employees.
  • Limited public information about internal company culture and work-life balance.

Why PlayStation

  • Pioneering role in integrating advanced technology like VR into gaming.
  • Strong emphasis on storytelling and immersive experiences in game design.
  • Part of Sony, providing stability and resources from a major corporation.

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About PlayStation

PlayStation is a brand of video game consoles and services created and owned by Sony Interactive Entertainment, a subsidiary of Sony Corporation. It encompasses a range of gaming products and services, including consoles, games, and online services.

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