U.S. R&D, Software Engineer, Server

Description

Be a part of the most exciting and innovative computer entertainment in North America. Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) markets the PlayStation® family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one™ console, PlayStation®2, PlayStation®3, and the PlayStation Portable (PSP™) computer entertainment systems.

Based in Foster City, California, SCEA serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Sony PlayStation: U.S. R&D, Software Engineer, Server
Foster City, California

U.S. Research & Development (US R&D) is building and expanding services for the PlayStation® family of platforms. The candidate will be a skilled Python software developer with experience in designing and implementing web applications with a database backend. The candidate will expand upon the currently implemented system and incorporate new requirements with opportunities in the design of new components and services. The candidate will work with the project manager and development team to maintain schedule and software quality.

• Experience with scripting languages, especially Python, a must. Strong skills in Python-based web frameworks like Django may be considered as an alternative to Java expertise.

Knowledge in Java based web application and database application development a plus. Will ideally be experienced with common application servers like Tomcat, web frameworks such as Struts, database application tools such as persistence layers and in SQL use. BS in Computer Science or equivalent and 3 years industry experience required. The individual should be a strong communicator and be capable of driving technical issues to resolution.

Qualifications:
• Knowledge of what it takes to design and develop both robust and maintainable software.
• Have some experience with patterns as tools to facilitate software design and implementation.
• Strong skills in Python-based web frameworks like Django may be considered as an alternative to Java expertise.
• Able to debug and resolve a wide variety of problems that occur with production software.
• Desire to work in a fast paced engineering team practicing an iterative, agile development process.