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# Kubernetes Platform Engineer (Controllers) at PlayStation Global

- **Company:** PlayStation Global
- **Location:** Dublin, Ireland
- **Posted:** 2026-09-25
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-26
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sonyinteractiveentertainmentglobal/jobs/6191600004

## Job description

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?

Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.

Kubernetes Platform Engineer (Controllers)

Sony Interactive Entertainment

At PlayStation, we're leading the revolution in cloud gaming as we push the boundaries of what's possible! Would you like to use your skills, time, and passion for meaningful projects that are building the future? We're looking for a Platform Engineer who enjoys building Kubernetes-native systems and automation that operate reliably at global scale. If you're passionate about software engineering, Kubernetes, and solving challenging distributed systems problems, we'd love to hear from you. Come help us deliver a unique gaming experience to millions of players around the world.

## Responsibilities

- Design and develop Kubernetes controllers and operators that automate the lifecycle of platform services.
- Contribute to the development of our global workload placement system, enabling intelligent scheduling across Kubernetes clusters running in both public cloud and on-premises data centers.
- Develop Kubernetes APIs and Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) that provide clean, maintainable interfaces for platform capabilities.
- Build and maintain reconciliation logic that safely manages distributed system state.
- Develop controllers and operators that automate provisioning, configuration, upgrades, and lifecycle management of Kubernetes-based platform components deployed across hybrid cloud environments.
- Work closely with platform and service teams to build automation that simplifies operating large-scale distributed systems.
- Improve the reliability, scalability, observability, and maintainability of the platform through thoughtful engineering and continuous improvement.
- Investigate production issues and participate in root cause analysis to improve platform reliability.

## Requirements

- Solid understanding of Kubernetes architecture, lifecycle and core concepts, including workloads running across cloud and on-premises environments.
- Experience developing software in Go or another modern programming language, with an interest in Go development.
- Experience building software for Linux-based environments.
- Experience with Kubernetes development, including controllers, operators, or Kubernetes APIs.
- 3+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn new technologies.

## Skills & Knowledge

- Understanding of Kubernetes reconciliation patterns and declarative system design; especially understanding the principals of Communicating Sequential Processes (CSP).
- Experience using Kubernetes in production environments.
- Familiarity with controller-runtime, Kubebuilder, Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs), Common Expression Language (CEL) rules, or Kubernetes API extension mechanisms.
- Experience building or operating distributed systems spanning public cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and GitOps workflows.
- Experience working with bare metal infrastructure, hybrid cloud environments, or multi-cluster Kubernetes deployments is highly desirable.
- Experience with Cluster API (CAPI), SIG Multicluster, Karmada, or other Kubernetes ecosystem projects is a plus.

Additional Attributes

- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Comfortable working as part of a distributed engineering team across multiple time zones.
- Takes ownership of assigned work and follows through to completion.
- Curious, pragmatic, and eager to learn from teammates while sharing knowledge with others.
- Enjoys solving the unique engineering challenges of operating software across globally distributed cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
- Passionate about building reliable systems and improving the user experience.
- Contributions to open source projects, particularly within the Kubernetes or CNCF ecosystem, are a plus.

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, covered veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to build an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to apply.

We sincerely appreciate the time and effort you spent in contacting us, and we thank you for your interest in PlayStation. Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.

Please refer to our [Candidate Privacy Notice](https://www.playstation.com/legal/careers-privacy-notice/) for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

## About PlayStation Global

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the global leader in interactive entertainment behind the PlayStation brand, delivering generation-defining hardware, pioneering network services, and award-winning games.
- **Entity Type**: Private (wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation)
- **Headquarters**: San Mateo, California, USA (with global functions in London, United Kingdom, and Tokyo, Japan)
- **Founded**: 1994 (with the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan)
- **Founders**: Not publicly available as a single founder; the PlayStation brand was created by Sony Corporation

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Gaming & Interactive Entertainment
- **Target customers**: B2C (gamers and consumers worldwide), B2B (game developers, publishers, and partners)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "To be the best place to play" – pushing the boundaries of play and inspiring remarkable experiences for players everywhere.

## Products & Services
- **PlayStation 5 (PS5)**: Flagship home video game console, including PS5 Pro model, with cutting-edge hardware and immersive gaming experiences.
- **PlayStation Network (PSN)**: Online service platform enabling multiplayer, digital storefront, and social features.
- **PlayStation Plus**: Subscription service offering online multiplayer, monthly games, and cloud storage.
- **PlayStation VR2**: Next-generation virtual reality headset for PS5.
- **PlayStation Studios**: A collective of first-party game development studios producing iconic franchises (The Last of Us, God of War, Horizon, Spider-Man, etc.).
- **PlayStation Accessories**: Controllers (DualSense), headsets, and other peripherals.
- **PlayStation Store**: Digital marketplace for games, add-ons, and media.
- **PlayStation 5 Console & Games**: Hardware and software sold globally.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation)
- **Key Metric**: PS5 generation has generated more than **$136 billion in sales** and **$13 billion in operating income** as of March 31, 2026. PlayStation 5 sold-in over **93 million units** worldwide. **125 million monthly active users** (as of March 31, 2026). **Over 1.64 billion software units** sold across PS4 and PS5. **51 billion hours** of annual gameplay (as of March 31, 2025).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Sony Group Corporation (parent company); extensive network of third-party publishers, developers, and platform partners.
- **Growth Signals**: Record-high engagement levels; continued expansion of first-party studios; successful launch of PS5 Pro; increasing digital and subscription revenue; strong global brand recognition.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Integrated Ecosystem**: End-to-end control over hardware, software, network services, and first-party content creation.
- **Iconic IP Portfolio**: Beloved franchises (The Last of Us, God of War, Horizon, Gran Turismo, etc.) that drive platform loyalty.
- **Global Brand Power**: PlayStation is one of the most recognized entertainment brands worldwide.
- **Scale & Reach**: 125 million MAU, 93 million PS5 consoles sold, and a massive library of software.
- **Innovation Track Record**: Consistently pushing boundaries in graphics, haptics, VR, and online services.

## Strategic Focus
- Continuing to grow the PlayStation 5 install base and expand into new hardware (PS5 Pro, PS VR2).
- Strengthening first-party game development and acquiring/expanding studios.
- Growing network services and subscription revenue through PlayStation Plus.
- Leveraging IP across other media (film, TV, merchandise) via Sony Pictures.
- Enhancing cloud gaming and streaming capabilities.
- Fostering an inclusive, diverse, and innovative workplace culture.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Celebrated for being "trailblazers, passionate, one" – a united, diverse, and innovative global team. Recognized as a 2025 & 2026 Company Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion (Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index 100).
- **Flexible Work**: "Flex Modes" blend in-person collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing teams to connect when it counts and work from anywhere.
- **Benefits & Perks**: Comprehensive benefits package including learning & development tailored paths, well-being initiatives, and top-tier amenities.
- **Engineering & Tech**: Opportunities across software engineering, game development, network services, cybersecurity, data analytics, and more.
- **Global Presence**: Offices in San Mateo (HQ), London, Tokyo, and additional studios worldwide.
- **Internship Program**: "Internships that Inspire" for students and early-career talent.

## Sources
1. [playstation.com](https://www.playstation.com/en-us/corporate/about-us/) – About Us, facts, and leadership
2. [sonyinteractive.com](https://sonyinteractive.com/en/our-company/) – Company overview, values, fast facts
3. [careers.playstation.com](https://careers.playstation.com/) – Careers page with culture, benefits, and hiring process
4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sonyinteractiveentertainmentglobal) – Current job listings (e.g., Corporate Development, Business Analyst)

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