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Union Software Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Senior Software Engineer

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$144K - $190K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Locations ... San Francisco, CA / Union, NJ / New York, NY (Hybrid) Get To Know The Team This role is part of the ...

Software Engineer II

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$163K - $245K/yr

Our Platform Audio team seeks an enthusiastic software engineer who can build and implement ... union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an ...

Software Engineer II

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$182K - $245K/yr

Software Engineer II San Mateo, CA Role Overview Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a ... union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an ...

Software Engineer, C/C++

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$150K - $251K/yr

As a Software Engineer, C/C++ you will be responsible for the following: Driving and delivering new ... union or domestic partnership status, past, present, or prospective service in the uniformed ...

As a Software Engineer, C/C++ you will be responsible for the following: • Driving and delivering ... union or domestic partnership status, past, present, or prospective service in the uniformed ...

Sr. Software Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$199K - $208K/yr

... Software Engineer San Mateo, CA Role Overview Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a Sr. ... union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an ...

Senior Software Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$193K - $289K/yr

Senior Software Engineer San Mateo, CA Role Overview Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a ... union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an ...

Sr Software Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$193K - $289K/yr

Knowledge of multi-threaded programming and debugging using C and C++ * Proficient with a wide ... union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an ...

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How much do union software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for union software engineer in California is $145,592.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,400.00 and $170,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Union Software Engineer position, and why are they important?

A Union Software Engineer excels with strong programming fundamentals, software development methodologies, and typically holds a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Git, continuous integration pipelines, and knowledge of union contracts or labor management software may be required. Outstanding teamwork, effective communication, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for bridging technical and union-specific requirements. These abilities are essential for ensuring software solutions meet organizational standards while supporting fair labor practices and productive collaboration.

How does being a Union Software Engineer differ from a non-union Software Engineer in terms of work environment and responsibilities?

As a Union Software Engineer, you'll often benefit from defined workplace protections, clearer work hours, and collective bargaining agreements that set standards for pay and benefits. Your responsibilities will still center around software development, but you may also participate in union activities—such as attending meetings, voting on contracts, or collaborating on work-related policies. Daily tasks involve coding, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring software aligns with both organizational and union requirements. This supportive structure can lead to enhanced job security and a strong sense of community among colleagues.

What is a Union Software Engineer job?

A Union Software Engineer is a software developer who is part of a labor union that advocates for fair wages, job security, and better working conditions. They perform the same technical tasks as other software engineers, such as coding, debugging, and system design, but with added protections and benefits negotiated by their union. These unions help ensure transparent employment policies, collective bargaining power, and support for workplace issues. Unionized software engineers may work in various industries, including tech companies, government agencies, and nonprofits.

What are the most commonly searched types of Software Engineer jobs in California? The most popular types of Software Engineer jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Union Software Engineer jobs? Cities in California with the most Union Software Engineer job openings:
Infographic showing various Union Software Engineer job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $145,592 per year, or $70 per hour.
Software Engineer II

$163K - $245K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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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.

Position Overview:

How would you like to work on a global team developing industry leading audio software for the PlayStation platforms? Do you want to craft the future of game audio? Are you the type of person who gets excited when discussing audio algorithms and optimizations? If this sounds like you, we have a unique opportunity to join Sony PlayStation on our Platform Audio team!

Our Platform Audio team seeks an enthusiastic software engineer who can build and implement technology used for 3D audioandhardware DSPacceleration.Your contributionswilldirectlyaffect both our console users and game developers.If this is you, please apply!

Responsibilities:

  • Systemslevel multi-threaded programmingand debugging using C/C++
  • ImplementDSP algorithms on embeddedaudio hardware accelerators
  • Design and implementnew features of the audio API for our platform SDK
  • Collaborate with international counterparts to contribute to thedesign,development,and evaluationof audioalgorithmsandAPIs

Qualifications:

  • Four years or more of embedded systems programming usingC/C++
  • Experienceasaprimarycontributorinasimilarfield(audio, acoustics,DSP)
  • Experience withlow-level system architectureconceptssuchas memory mapping, DMA,multi-threading, assembly code
  • Proficient withstandard software development tools, source control, and issue tracking
  • Experience withSIMDvectorizationand optimizations for real-time performance
  • Experience profilingand debugging performance bottlenecks in audio systems
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Nice to have:

  • Competencyin digital signal processing (sampling,filtering,FFT, convolution)
  • Prior exposureto game audio/audiomiddleware
  • Experience withGPU development
  • Knowledge inpsychoacoustics and 3D audio(HRTFs, object-based audio)

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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Clickhere to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$163,700-$245,500 USD

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 ourCandidate Privacy Noticefor 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.