Software Engineer II (React)

TL;DR

Software Engineer II (React/JavaScript): Developing and testing business-critical web features for the PlayStation ecosystem with an accent on UI performance and maintainability. Focus on building scalable JavaScript components, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing user-facing interfaces.

Location: Must be based in or near Waterloo, ON, Canada for a hybrid work arrangement.

Salary: $61.67 — $88.11 CAD per hour

Company

Global leader in entertainment producing the PlayStation family of products and services.

What you will do

• Develop, test, and document business-critical web features and applications using JavaScript.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and Managers to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Write comprehensive unit and component tests to ensure stability and prevent regressions.
• Perform code reviews and provide feedback on design plans to maintain high code quality.
• Optimize existing solutions and contribute to innovation through hackathons and internal events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• 2+ years of professional web development experience.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and the JavaScript ecosystem (React, Angular, Ember, Jest, Babel, TypeScript).
• Experience collaborating with product, design, and server engineering teams.
• Expertise in performance optimization or similar technical domains.

Nice to have

• Deep expertise with SPA frameworks like React or Angular.
• Experience with React Native.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work-from-home policy for those living near the Waterloo office.
• Inclusive environment that embraces diversity and empowers employees.
• Opportunities for professional growth through Hackathons and Cafe Days.
• Work with one of the world's most recognizable entertainment brands.