Staff Software Engineer (React Native)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer (React Native): Defining the architecture and technical best practices for PlayStation’s mobile and desktop client applications with an accent on high-performance frontend development and cross-platform interoperability. Focus on designing scalable UI frameworks, collaborating with native platform engineers, and providing technical leadership to drive world-class user experiences.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from San Mateo, CA (Hybrid)

Salary: $216,200 — $324,400 USD

Company

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a global leader in entertainment, producing the PlayStation family of products, services, and software titles.

What you will do

• Define and evolve frontend architecture for client applications using React Native and TypeScript.
• Drive performance optimizations for rendering, startup time, and UI responsiveness.
• Collaborate with native platform engineers (C++/Swift/Objective-C) to integrate custom modules.
• Establish coding standards, testing strategies, and reusable UI frameworks.
• Mentor engineers and act as a technical multiplier across the broader team.
• Represent frontend needs in architectural discussions across the organization.

Requirements

• 8+ years of software development experience with a focus on React Native or high-performance JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of cross-platform architecture and bridging JS with native modules.
• Proven track record of delivering production-quality mobile or desktop applications.
• Strong expertise in frontend performance profiling, optimization, and debugging.
• Demonstrated technical leadership in setting strategy and mentoring teams.
• BS/MS degree in Computer Science.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with iOS development and native bridging concepts.
• Experience with accessibility, internationalization, and UI testing frameworks.
• Contributions to open-source React Native or frontend libraries.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern build systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and wellness programs.
• Coveted employee discounts on Sony products.
• Inclusive environment focused on innovation and play.