Software Engineer II

Responsibilities

• Design and develop video codec components for PlayStation SDKs and cloud gaming platforms.
• Own end-to-end delivery of features, including design, implementation, and validation.
• Perform system-level performance analysis and drive optimizations across the codecs pipeline.
• Collaborate with platform, hardware, and system software teams to debug and resolve complex issues.

Required Qualifications

• Strong systems programming experience in C/C++.
• Solid understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and low-level programming concepts.
• Experience with GPU and graphics programming, including HLSL, Vulkan, or CUDA.
• Proven ability in debugging and profiling complex systems.
• Proficient with these systems/tools: IDE’s, Source Control (git/SVN), and Bug Tracking.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with video compression standards (AV1, VVC, VP9, H.265, H.264) and multimedia frameworks or streaming systems.
• Exposure to hardware-accelerated or heterogeneous systems (CPU/GPU/ASIC).
• Good understanding of kernel and operating system fundamentals.

Pay

The estimated base pay range for this role is $163,700—$245,500 USD.

Benefits

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.

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.