Software Engineer II

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.

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.

• 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

Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.

Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.

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

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.