PlayStation Global

Senior Engineer – Build System

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Video Game Development, EntertainmentIndustries

Senior Build Engineer - Unannounced Project

Position Overview

Are you on a mission to create games that bond players together into deeply invested communities? Would you like to work on something comedic with lighthearted and whimsical characters? Does unlocking the full potential of a game team bring you joy? Are you always looking for faster build times? Do you dream of an unbroken line of success icons on your CI/CD dashboard?

As a Senior Build Engineer for an Unannounced Project, you will improve and maintain the systems that deliver builds to both developers and customers. You'll seek opportunities to speed up workflows, educate developers, and enable the team to do their best work with minimal friction. Most importantly, you will work with a fun, dedicated, and passionate cross-discipline team devoted to turning a creative dream into a new franchise at PlayStation.

We look for candidates who value joining a mission-focused team with a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences, interests, and viewpoints.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain automated build software using Unreal Engine 5, primarily using C#
  • Monitor and report on the health and status of build systems
  • Develop and maintain workflows to deliver build artifacts to developers
  • Provision and manage on-prem and cloud-based build resources
  • Troubleshoot build errors and collaborate with varied disciplines to resolve them
  • Work with release management to publish game builds to customers
  • Work with test team to run automated tests and publish results

Required Skills

  • Ability to write, debug, and maintain code in C#
  • Ability to write, debug, and maintain code in C++
  • Ability to navigate large codebases and be effective with minimal documentation
  • Ability to communicate with customers of different technical and non-technical backgrounds to help them navigate technology and achieve their goals
  • Professional experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5
  • Professional experience with automated build systems
  • Working knowledge of Perforce
  • Willingness to assist in other engineering efforts as needed
  • Embrace a "we" culture in addition to being an outstanding collaborator and communicator

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with front-end web development
  • Experience with “games as a service” online game development
  • Experience shipping games across multiple platforms
  • Experience with Unreal-specific build workflows like Horde and UGS
  • Experience managing and integrating with cloud-based services

Company Information

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 Group Corporation.

Compensation & Benefits

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.

Application Instructions

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Skills

Unreal Engine 5
C#
Build Systems
CI/CD
Automation
Workflow Optimization

PlayStation Global

Designs and markets gaming consoles and accessories

About PlayStation Global

Working at PlayStation offers the opportunity to be part of a leading company in the gaming industry, renowned for its cutting-edge technology like haptic feedback and 4K HDR visuals. Employees are immersed in a culture of innovation and excellence that pushes the boundaries of gaming and entertainment. Contributing to a globally recognized brand that consistently delivers high-quality, immersive gaming experiences, ensures a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1994Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Consumer Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health and wellness: Medical (PPO, HDHP, and HMO), dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, education reimbursement program, wellness reimbursement, identity theft protection, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, business travel accident insurance, 4.5% 401(k) match, commuter program, additional voluntary programs (group legal, pet insurance, auto and home insruance), onsite flu shots and biometric screenings
Family and time off: 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, paid parental leave, adoption assistance program, 529 college savings plan match, back-up child care, parental and elder care coaching
Perks: Sony product discounts, passport perks program, monthly $10 Playstation Network voucher, employee referral bonus, game launch events

Risks

Increased competition from cloud gaming services may impact PlayStation's market share.
Semiconductor shortages could affect PlayStation 5 sales and customer satisfaction.
Cybersecurity threats pose risks to PlayStation Network's stability and user trust.

Differentiation

PlayStation Network offers a comprehensive suite of gaming and media services.
The platform supports a wide range of PlayStation consoles and devices.
PlayStation's integration with PSVR enhances its virtual reality gaming experience.

Upsides

PlayStation's acquisition of Haven Studios could boost exclusive game offerings.
The rise of cross-platform play can increase user engagement on PlayStation Network.
Growing VR market aligns with PlayStation's investment in PSVR technology.

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