Job Description
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 Corporation.
Senior Programmer
We are Media Molecule, a multi-award winning game developer and part of the wider PlayStation Studios group. We have a history of creating outstanding games such as LittleBigPlanet, Tearaway and most recently, the BAFTA Award winning Dreams. It’s a fantastic time to join us as we embark on our next adventure, defining and executing the vision for our next project and settling into our gorgeous, newly refurbished studio in central Guildford. We are now searching for an experienced Senior Programmer to join our Game Systems team.
Key responsibilities
• Devise and deliver the technical design and implementation of various features such as those related to progression, narrative and in-game resource systems.
• Collaborate closely with game system designers and the QA team to identify pragmatic solutions to creative challenges.
• Champion best practice and support other team members to help maximise everyone’s potential.
Requirements
• Previous experience implementing and debugging multithreaded real-time systems at a Senior level or above, within a cross-disciplinary production environment.
• Excellent C and C++ skills, with ability to write readable and maintainable code.
• Strong appetite to collaborate with other disciplines to explore solutions.
• Motivation to support the growth of less experienced members of the team.
• Flexibility to adapt effectively to new challenges as they arise.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, pragmatic and collaborative approach to problem solving.
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, ****** orientation, pregnancy or maternity, 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
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 Corporation.
Senior Programmer
We are Media Molecule, a multi-award winning game developer and part of the wider PlayStation Studios group. We have a history of creating outstanding games such as LittleBigPlanet, Tearaway and most recently, the BAFTA Award winning Dreams. It’s a fantastic time to join us as we embark on our next adventure, defining and executing the vision for our next project and settling into our gorgeous, newly refurbished studio in central Guildford. We are now searching for an experienced Senior Programmer to join our Game Systems team.
Key responsibilities
• Devise and deliver the technical design and implementation of various features such as those related to progression, narrative and in-game resource systems.
• Collaborate closely with game system designers and the QA team to identify pragmatic solutions to creative challenges.
• Champion best practice and support other team members to help maximise everyone’s potential.
Requirements
• Previous experience implementing and debugging multithreaded real-time systems at a Senior level or above, within a cross-disciplinary production environment.
• Excellent C and C++ skills, with ability to write readable and maintainable code.
• Strong appetite to collaborate with other disciplines to explore solutions.
• Motivation to support the growth of less experienced members of the team.
• Flexibility to adapt effectively to new challenges as they arise.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, pragmatic and collaborative approach to problem solving.
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, ****** orientation, pregnancy or maternity, 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Programmer | 12 month contract position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
