Software Engineer II - C/C++

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Software Engineer II - C/C++

Aliso Viejo, CA

Join the team that powers the future of play.

At PlayStation, we create technology that shapes how millions of people around the world experience entertainment. We’re looking for a Software Engineer who’s excited to contribute to the cutting-edge systems that support real-time experiences across console, web, and cloud platforms.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with a highly collaborative team, and building performance-critical systems, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain high-performance C/C++ software powering PlayStation experiences


• Contribute to systems used across PlayStation consoles, servers, and the web


• Build, test, and deploy services in a Linux environment


• Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot and optimize large, complex codebases


• Apply solid object-oriented design principles to create maintainable and scalable code


• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions with a global team

We’re seeking candidates who bring most of the following:

• A BS in Computer Science or equivalent technical field


• 3+ years of professional experience in C/C++ development (required)


• 1+ year of experience in web development with tools like JavaScript, React, WebCodecs, or WebAssembly


• Experience working on a PlayStation project or with console-level development


• Background in building and maintaining Linux-based server applications


• Comfort using CMake for builds and Git for version control


• Strong debugging skills in large software projects


• Solid grasp of object-oriented programming and design patterns


• Bonus: Experience with Python and/or Rust
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team pushing the boundaries of real-time media and gaming tech


• Collaborate with world-class engineers on globally impactful projects


• Access to the latest hardware, tools, and resources in the PlayStation ecosystem


• Opportunities to learn, grow, and influence systems at scale
  
  

At PlayStation, we value diversity, curiosity, and a growth mindset. If you’re passionate about solving tough technical challenges—even if you don’t meet every requirement—we encourage you to apply.

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Let’s shape the future of play, together.

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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.

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

$145,700 - $218,500 USD

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