Senior Software Engineer, AI Native

Sony Group Corporation

Confirmed live 2 days ago High trust
Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Culver City, CA
Salary
$180,000–$205,000 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago

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This role $192k
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This role pays more than 50% of similar roles. Most pay $156,000–$235,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $192k versus about $196k for comparable roles.

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About Sony Group Corporation

Sony Group Corporation is a Tokyo-based multinational conglomerate and a leading global entertainment and technology company.

Sony Group Corporation currently has 15 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $187,500–$207,500 across 12 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer, AI Native

Sr. Software Engineer, AI Native will join the Sony Engagement Platform Services team to develop applications powering a global engagement platform for fans across various entertainment sectors. This role involves designing and building secure, scalable RESTful API endpoints, defining data models for relational or NoSQL databases, and developing responsive web applications in collaboration with front-end engineers. A primary focus is governing AI agents throughout the delivery lifecycle using tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and GitHub Copilot. The engineer will manage prompt engineering patterns, structured output schemas, and agent workflows while ensuring high-quality code standards. Required skills include proficiency in Java, Go, or Python; expertise in the JavaScript ecosystem including React, TypeScript, and CSS; and experience with AI-native development frameworks to solve complex technical challenges within a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214000 from 775 postings across 63 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Architect, design, and develop high-performing RESTful API endpoints to ensure scalability and maintainability.
  • Build dynamic, responsive web applications in collaboration with front-end engineers to improve user experience.
  • Define robust data models and manage relational or NoSQL databases while optimizing for performance and integrity.
  • Direct and govern AI coding agents across the delivery lifecycle by setting context and enforcing quality standards.
  • Design and maintain agent workflows using tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and Copilot within an AI-native framework.
  • Configure prompt engineering patterns and structured output schemas to align AI behavior with platform requirements.
  • Trace, debug, and triage AI tool calls and prompt failures to ensure reliable automated delivery.
  • Create comprehensive technical documentation for application architecture, design, configuration, and ongoing maintenance.

What we're looking for

  • Must have at least 5 years of professional experience working with medium to large complex code bases.
  • Must have experience in full stack development.
  • Must be proficient in one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Go, or Python.
  • Must have experience in REST API design and implementation.
  • Must be highly proficient in HTML, CSS, the JavaScript ecosystem, and frameworks like React, Angular, Ember, Jest, Babel, and TypeScript.
  • Must demonstrate proficiency with AI-native coding tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, or GitHub Copilot as a primary delivery vehicle.
  • Must possess working knowledge of prompt engineering, context management, and structured output patterns.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred, or three years of experience in lieu of a degree.

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