Senior Game Services Engineering Lead (Rust)

TL;DR

Senior Game Services Engineering Lead (Rust): Designing and building core backend services for a new game franchise with an accent on matchmaking, session management, and progression systems. Focus on building high-performance production services in Rust, leading a cross-disciplinary team, and ensuring scalability from prototype to launch.

Location: Remote or Hybrid within the US (e.g., Seattle-based pay range provided).

Salary: $217,000–$325,000 USD

Company

A global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, creating groundbreaking gaming experiences and franchises.

What you will do

• Design and maintain production-quality backend game services for a new franchise.
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers, providing technical guidance and career coaching.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to implement features like matchmaking and progression.
• Write clear technical documentation and communicate complex topics across multiple teams.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to manage production incidents.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States
• Professional experience designing and building backend game services.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or managing engineering teams.
• Ability to write, debug, and maintain code in Rust.
• Strong diagnostic skills for complex system failures using logging and metrics.
• Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience with Games as a Service (GaaS) online development.
• Proficiency in C++.
• Knowledge of Docker, Git, and Linux system configuration/shell scripting.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Financial security through matching 401(k) contributions.
• Paid time off and wellness program.
• Coveted employee discounts on Sony products.
• Flexible work environment with hybrid policy options.