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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Software Engineer, AI Native - **Company:** Sony USA Foundation Inc - **Location:** Culver City, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $205,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Applications Architecture, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Mobile Application Development, Cloud Computing, Data Integrity, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Software Debugging, DevOps, Ember.Js, Python (Programming Language), NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Ansible, Test Case, TypeScript, Web Applications, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Containerization, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Restful APIs, Terraform, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** June 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://sonyglobal.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/SonyGlobalCareers/job/NA--Culver-City-10202-W-Washington-375/Sr-Software-Engineer--AI-Native_JR-119291 ## About the Role * 5+ years professional experience working with medium/large complex code bases * Experience in Full Stack development * Experience with one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Go, or Python * Experience in REST API design and implementation * Highly Proficient in HTML, CSS, the JavaScript ecosystem and familiarity with popular frameworks like React, Angular, Ember, Jest, Babel, and TypeScript * Knowledgeable in UI/UX design principles * Demonstrated proficiency with AI-native coding tools (Claude Code, Cursor, or GitHub Copilot) as a primary delivery vehicle, not a productivity add-on * Working knowledge of prompt engineering, context management, and structured output patterns * Familiarity with agent development concepts, tool use, function calling, approvals, and workflow chaining * Awareness of secure AI coding practices including prompt injection, sandbox basics, and access control * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Desire to collaborate and to develop strong and positive team relationships * Attention to detail, organizational skills, a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or at least three years of proven experience in lieu of a degree * Demonstrated ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. * Database management, cloud technologies (AWS), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) * Knowledge of React best practices * Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines * Automated deployment tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins) * Experience with the AI-native development framework (e.g. BMad Method) * Familiarity with MCP, A2A concepts, tool-connection patterns, and agent skill configuration * Eval basics, writing test cases, applying LLM-as-judge concepts, and defining acceptance criteria for AI-generated output * Experience tracing and debugging prompt chains, tool calls, and agent failures * Understanding of hallucination reduction techniques, prompt caching, and model fallback strategies * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail * Experience with Agile development methodologies such as SAFe, Scrum, The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $180,000 - $205,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. ## Description * Architect, design and develop RESTful API Endpoints, ensuring high performance, scalability and maintainability. * Collaborate closely with front-end engineers to build dynamic, responsive, and user-centric web applications that deliver seamless user experiences. * Define robust data models and database schemas, and manage relational or NoSQL databases with a strong emphasis on data integrity and performance optimization. * Direct and govern AI coding agents across the delivery lifecycle, setting context, reviewing agent-generated output, and enforcing SEPS delivery standards at every gate. * Design and maintain agent workflows using agentic coding tools (Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot) and the AI-native development framework, ensuring structured, auditable, and high-quality delivery. * Configure and maintain prompt engineering patterns, structured output schemas, with rules and guardrails to align agent behavior with SEPS platform standards. * Trace, debug, and triage agent tool calls, prompt failures, and unexpected outputs, maintaining visibility into AI-assisted delivery at every stage. * Create and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for application architecture, design, configuration, and ongoing maintenance. * Provide accurate task estimations and delivery timelines, contributing to effective sprint planning and execution. * Participate in the on-call rotation, responding promptly to production issues and ensuring system stability and uptime. * Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of AI-native ways of working, learning, and continuous improvement * Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above ## Related Videos - [The AI-Native Engineering Org: What’s Real, What’s Hype, What’s Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100004-the-ai-native-engineering-org-what-s-real-what-s-hype-what-s-next) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [NoLoJS - Avoiding JavaScript Cruft with HTML and CSS - Aaron T. 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