Lead Engineer, Mobile SDKs

Posted:
10/25/2024, 9:34:44 AM

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

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Lead Engineer, Mobile SDKs

PlayStation Studios Mobile is looking for an experienced software engineer to design and build SDKs for mobile games built with Unity and Unreal Engine.
 

Responsibilities

  • Design and create SDKs for mobile games built with Unity and Unreal Engine
  • Simplify the developer experience for mobile SDK end users
  • Develop SDK reference implementations to ease developer onboarding
  • Measure and improve SDK security and runtime performance
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to mobile SDK development team
  • Establish pipelines and processes to facilitate the delivery of high-quality, easy-to-use SDKs
  • Influence and contribute to the SDK engineering roadmap
  • Clearly communicate end-to-end system behavior to SDK users and stakeholders
  • Actively track technical innovations, changes, and trends affecting mobile game development and mobile application security


Desired Skills and Experience

  • 8+ years of professional experience developing mobile games, apps or related services
  • Experience as a technical leader in a team setting
  • Expertise in crafting easy-to-use SDKs in multiple languages
  • Expertise in runtime performance optimization
  • Experience building games with Unity or Unreal Engine
  • Strong understanding of authentication and authorization flows
  • Strong understanding of network communication models for games
  • Strong understanding of mobile app security threats and mitigation approaches
  • Strong C++ and C# experience
  • B.S. in Computer Science, or equivalent

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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 package. Click here to learn more.

 

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$209,900$314,900 USD

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