Staff Software Engineer, AI Native
Role Overview
SEPS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced AI-Native Staff Software Engineer to support the development of the applications that power the Sony Engagement Platform. In this role, you will design and build secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions that deliver exceptional user experiences across Sony's global ecosystem.
Responsibilities
Architect, design and develop RESTful API Endpoints, ensuring high performance, scalability and maintainability.
Collaborate closely with front-end engineers to build dynamic, responsive, and user-centric web applications that deliver seamless user experiences.
Define robust data models and database schemas, and manage relational or NoSQL databases with a strong emphasis on data integrity and performance optimization.
Direct and govern AI coding agents across the delivery lifecycle, setting context, reviewing agent-generated output, and enforcing SEPS delivery standards at every gate.
Create and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for application architecture, design, configuration, and ongoing maintenance.
Create and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for application architecture, design, configuration, and ongoing maintenance.
Provide accurate task estimations and delivery timelines, contributing to effective sprint planning and execution.
Participate in the on-call rotation, responding promptly to production issues and ensuring system stability and uptime.
Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of AI-native ways of working, learning, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
8+ years professional experience working with medium/large complex code bases.
Experience in Full Stack development.
Experience with one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Go, or Python.
Highly Proficient in HTML, CSS, the JavaScript ecosystem, and familiarity with popular frameworks like React, Angular, Ember, Jest, Babel, and TypeScript.
Knowledgeable in UI/UX design principles.
Demonstrated proficiency with AI-native coding tools (Claude Code, Cursor, or GitHub Copilot) as a primary delivery vehicle, not a productivity add-on.
Familiarity with prompt engineering, context management, and structured output patterns.
Familiarity with agent development concepts, tool use, function calling, approvals, and workflow chaining.
Awareness of secure AI coding practices including prompt injection, sandbox basics, and access control.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Desire to collaborate and to develop strong and positive team relationships.
Attention to detail, organizational skills, a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently.
Benefits
SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits.
Fertility benefits, including surrogacy and adoption assistance programs.
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children.
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short-term & long-term disability plans.
Paid parental and caregiver leave.
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting.
Education assistance and student loan programs.
Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules.
Summer Fridays (early release) and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs).