Playstation
Summary
Job description
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.
We have a phenomenal opportunity to join our Global Developer Technology Group here at PlayStation HQ in San Mateo, CA. We seek a graphics software engineer to lead studios from AAA to Indie, tackle complex engineering problems and research and develop innovative graphics techniques, algorithms, and tools. If this is you, we want to hear from you!
We are interested in all levels of experience
What You’ll Do
- Become an expert in high-end computer graphics technology for games
- Work with leading AAA developers and engineers around the world
- Participate in directed R&D with the opportunity to create new technology for game developers
- Focus on graphics and systems technology at the deepest levels and areas of specialization
- Have ownership of projects that impact PlayStation technology and game engineers directly
- Have early access to PlayStation technology to support, educate, and push the boundaries of game technology
What You’ll Learn
- Acquire a broad and deep knowledge of console hardware, graphics, systems and I/O
- Develop insight into leading industry developers’ technology pipelines
- Learn how PlayStation became the market leader in gaming technology
Your Responsibilities to the Team
- Innovate graphics code and technology to improve rendering quality and performance
- Apply your excellent analysis and problem solving skills
- Demonstrate your proven ability to learn new skills and eager to embrace new challenges
- Drive initiatives that will result in innovative solutions
- Contribute to an open environment that promotes creativity and strong collaboration
- Act independently, professionally and proactively with continuous drive for excellence
- Demonstrate your excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Be experienced and comfortable speaking to large groups
Interests, what you’ve done in the past
- Worked with cutting-edge technology and R&D, Graphics API's such as GL, Direct X, Metal, Vulcan, or any of the Playstation Graphics API's
- Extensive C++ development experience
- You like to tinker, reverse engineer and make things better, faster
- Have a track record of delivering professional products within time and on budget
- Enjoy travelling and meeting with developers at conferences or in studio
- Ability to work remotely
- Flexible work schedule allowing enough time for yourself and family
About Global Developer Technology Group (GDTG)
GDTG is regarded as a global leader in providing deep technical expertise to game developers. As an engineer in GDTG, you will be part of a world-class team focused on finding answers and solutions to complex challenges developers face. If you love stretching the limits of what is technically possible, and you are eager to learn new things, then you will fit right in.
Our team works closely with various Sony family groups across the globe from San Mateo, Tokyo, to London, helping to define PlayStation technology now and in the future.
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, covered veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information 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.
We sincerely appreciate the time and effort you spent in contacting us, and we thank you for your interest in PlayStation.
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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.
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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Location: United States, San Mateo, CA
Country: United States