Software Engineer I

Software Engineer I – Trust & Safety Platform Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is a part of Sony Group Corporation that delivers hardware and network services to more than 100 million users worldwide. This role focuses on building scalable Trust & Safety platforms and developer tools that create safer online gaming experiences. Location San Diego About the Team We are building scalable Trust & Safety platforms and developer tools that help create safer online gaming experiences for players and creators worldwide. Our teams develop moderation systems, safety tooling, policy enforcement workflows, telemetry platforms, and operational infrastructure that support modern multiplayer and user‑generated ecosystems. This role sits at the intersection of backend systems, cloud infrastructure, web applications, analytics, and operational tooling. You will partner closely with platform engineers, trust & safety teams, game studios, and product stakeholders to design and deliver reliable systems that improve player safety, operational efficiency, and developer productivity. What You’ll Do Design and build scalable web applications and backend services that power Trust & Safety operations and player protection systems. Develop modern frontend experiences using React/TypeScript and backend services using Node.js, Python, Go, or similar technologies. Build internal moderation tools, policy enforcement systems, telemetry dashboards, analytics platforms, and operational workflows. Design APIs and platform services that integrate with multiplayer and live‑service gaming ecosystems. Contribute to cloud‑native infrastructure running on Kubernetes, GCP, or AWS, including CI/CD pipelines, observability, and deployment automation. Improve reliability, scalability, and operational visibility across safety and platform services. Partner with cross‑functional teams including product managers, data engineers, security teams, policy stakeholders, and game studios. Help drive automation and developer productivity through tooling, operational frameworks, and platform improvements. Contribute to technical discussions and collaborate with senior engineers on platform design and implementation. Learn and grow within a collaborative engineering culture focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Areas You May Work On Trust & Safety platforms and moderation systems Policy enforcement workflows and operational tooling Telemetry, analytics, and observability platforms AI‑assisted moderation and safety workflows Developer tools and internal operational dashboards Game platform APIs and backend services CI/CD and deployment automation systems Cloud‑native infrastructure and orchestration Reliability engineering and operational excellence initiatives Studio‑facing integrations and safety enablement tooling Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience. 1–3 years of software engineering experience through internships, academic projects, or professional work. Experience with modern frontend technologies such as React, TypeScript, JavaScript, or similar frameworks. Experience developing backend services or APIs using Node.js, Python, Java, Go, or similar languages. Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices. Experience with cloud platforms such as GCP, AWS, or Azure. Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, data structures, and problem‑solving skills. Experience working in collaborative Agile development environments. Good communication and collaboration skills with a willingness to learn from cross‑functional teams. Preferred Qualifications Experience working on scalable applications, gaming platforms, or live‑service systems. Familiarity with telemetry, analytics, operational tooling, or cloud technologies. Interest in building developer tools, operational platforms, or internal web applications. Interest in Trust & Safety systems, moderation tooling, abuse prevention, or player safety technologies. Familiarity with CI/CD workflows, Git‑based development, or cloud infrastructure. Interest in automation, AI‑assisted workflows, or platform engineering. Passion for player safety, developer experience, and platform innovation. What We Value Demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn. Enjoy solving technical problems and collaborating with others. Communicate effectively and work well within a team environment. Care about engineering quality, reliability, and user experience. Are excited about building scalable systems and tools. Have an interest in gaming, Trust & Safety, and platform technology. Bring a growth mindset and a collaborative attitude. Why Join Us You’ll have the opportunity to help shape the future of Trust & Safety technology in gaming while working on large‑scale distributed systems, operational tooling, and developer platforms used across live gaming ecosystems. You’ll tackle technically challenging problems involving scalability, reliability, moderation workflows, telemetry, and cloud infrastructure—all while collaborating with talented engineers and cross‑functional partners focused on creating safer and more inclusive player experiences. If you are passionate about building scalable platforms, solving complex engineering challenges, and improving player safety through technology, we’d love to hear from you. Compensation & Benefits The estimated base pay range for this role is $137,300 — $205,900 USD. This role may be eligible for a bonus package. It is also eligible for SIE’s top‑tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program, and employee discounts for Sony products. Background Check & Privacy Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees, which may include criminal background checks for some roles. Personal information is processed to support these checks. For more information about what personal information is collected, how it is used, who it is shared with, and your data protection rights, please refer to the Candidate Privacy Notice. 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. We encourage everyone to respond. 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