Full-Time

Mobile Platform Architect

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PlayStation Global

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops gaming consoles and accessories

Hardware

Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$167,300 - $250,900Annually

+ Bonus

Senior

Remote in USA

Required Skills

Kubernetes

Unity

Requirements

8+ years of professional experience in the mobile games industry
Experience as a technical leader in an enterprise setting
Expertise in software architecture, service design and distributed systems
Expertise operating backend services at scale
Experience designing APIs or related SDKs
Experience with infrastructure-as-code, containers and Kubernetes/EKS
Working knowledge of Unity or Unreal Engine
Working knowledge of emerging technologies affecting mobile game development
B.S. in Computer Science, or equivalent

Responsibilities

Design the system architecture and backend services for the mobile games platform
Measure and improve platform security, availability, throughput and cost efficiency
Provide technical leadership and guidance to the platform engineering team
Establish pipelines and processes to facilitate the delivery of high-quality software
Collaborate across teams to integrate the platform with internal services
Influence and contribute to the platform engineering roadmap
Clearly communicate end-to-end system behavior to platform users and stakeholders
Actively track technical innovations, changes, and trends affecting mobile game development

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

PlayStation Studios Mobile is seeking an experienced software engineer to design PlayStation’s platform for developing, publishing, and operating free-to-play mobile games. An individual in this role will spearhead the design and implementation of this platform; work in partnership with internal teams to connect mobile games to PlayStation services; and ensure that all mobile games meet PlayStation’s quality standards.

Responsibilities

Design the system architecture and backend services for the mobile games platform
Measure and improve platform security, availability, throughput and cost efficiency
Provide technical leadership and guidance to the platform engineering team
Establish pipelines and processes to facilitate the delivery of high-quality software
Collaborate across teams to integrate the platform with internal services
Influence and contribute to the platform engineering roadmap
Clearly communicate end-to-end system behavior to platform users and stakeholders
Actively track technical innovations, changes, and trends affecting mobile game development

Desired Skills and Experience

8+ years of professional experience in the mobile games industry
Experience as a technical leader in an enterprise setting
Skilled communicator with both technical and non-technical audiences
Expertise in software architecture, service design and distributed systems
Expertise operating backend services at scale
Experience designing APIs or related SDKs
Experience with infrastructure-as-code, containers and Kubernetes/EKS
Working knowledge of Unity or Unreal Engine
Working knowledge of emerging technologies affecting mobile game development
B.S. in Computer Science, or equivalent

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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.

$167,300—$250,900 USD

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 or maternity, 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.

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PlayStation Global

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PlayStation offers a range of gaming consoles, accessories, and immersive experiences, including the PS5 console, DualSense controllers with haptic feedback, and the PS VR2 with 4K HDR visuals, known for delivering cutting-edge gaming technology and experiences to millions of fans worldwide. The main technologies used in the products include haptic feedback, 4K HDR visuals, and state-of-the-art graphics.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Foster City, California

Founded

1994

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -15%

1 year growth

↓ -26%

2 year growth

↓ -24%

Benefits

Health and wellness: Medical (PPO, HDHP, and HMO), dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, education reimbursement program, wellness reimbursement, identity theft protection, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, business travel accident insurance, 4.5% 401(k) match, commuter program, additional voluntary programs (group legal, pet insurance, auto and home insruance), onsite flu shots and biometric screenings

Family and time off: 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, paid parental leave, adoption assistance program, 529 college savings plan match, back-up child care, parental and elder care coaching

Perks: Sony product discounts, passport perks program, monthly $10 Playstation Network voucher, employee referral bonus, game launch events