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We’ve developed some of the most critically acclaimed and top-selling video games on PlayStation platforms!

We’ve developed some of the most critically acclaimed and top-selling video games on PlayStation platforms!

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You’ll definitely know you’re at the Naughty Dog studio when you arrive!
Whether you’re looking to keep active, ride a wave, or enjoy the best restaurants, Santa Monica has it all!
The Santa Monica Pier is a quick train or bike ride away from the studio.
Referral Program

Pay it forward!
For every hired referral, get a sweet bonus!

Yoga Meditation

Get centered, get fit!
Weekly yoga classes for studio members so you can perfect your downward dog pose.

Parking Reimbursement

Whether you drive or bike, get covered!

Stocked Kitchen

Snack, sip, and chill with the Dogs!

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PERKS
  • Stocked kitchen with fresh fruit, snacks, and more
  • Passport Discount Program (savings on dining, shopping, entertainment and more)
  • Discounts on PlayStation games, consoles, gear, and Sony consumer electronics
  • Monthly PlayStation Network voucher
  • Free Sony Studios movie screenings
  • Naughty Dog daily raffles
  • Yoga and Meditation classes
  • Soccer and basketball groups
  • Monthly bagels, doughnuts, and other treats
  • Biking to Work/Parking Cash Out Program
  • Naughty Dog Employee Referral Program
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That's what we love doing here is getting together with other really smart people and breaking new ground into the industry.

- Christian Gyrling, Vice President
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IT / DevOps
IT at Naughty Dog isn’t just hardware and software. You’re a part of ensuring that every game developer has the technology and support to be its very best! If you’re passionate about tech and games, apply now!
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Programming
From web to Python to AI to graphics and beyond – programmers are the problem solvers of every game studio. Bring your incredible technical talents to Naughty Dog and lead the next wave of innovation in games!
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Quality Assurance
No game is possible without a talented QA team. From debugging to dev support, you’ll use your skills and passion to leave an indelible mark on every part of every Naughty Dog game. Whether you’re a seasoned QA veteran or looking to get a better understanding of all the pieces that make a video game, you’re one step closer to joining a skilled and passionate team that make every game the best it can be.
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UI
User Interaction and Experience are the universal language that make every game navigable and readable. If you’re passionate about UI/UX, apply now for your opportunity to make an impact in the next Naughty Dog game and have your work interfaced with and enjoyed by millions of players globally!
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WORKING AT
NAUGHTY DOG
Multiple developers working at their desks with a group of designers meeting in the background
Collaborate with an incredible team of developers to learn, innovate, and continue to raise the bar.
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Be a part of an award-winning studio with over 35 years of experience.
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Create visually stunning environments and set pieces that immerse players in the world we create around them.
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Get to know other developers from across the studio at a wide variety of team-building events!
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Join a team that bring our world-class games to life!
401K

Set up your future and retirement with SIE’s company-matched
401K plan

Paid Time Off

Whether it’s a staycation or traveling to uncharted locales, make
the most of our generous PTO plan

Health Insurance

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans ensure you’re
always feeling your best

Fitness Reimbursement

Stay fit and save! Get your exercise classes and equipment
reimbursed.

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BENEFITS
  • Medical (PPO, HMO, HDHP)
  • Dental & Vision
  • Sony USA 401(k) Plan
  • Health Savings Account (with employer contribution)
  • Flexible Spending Account (for health and child care)
  • Short-term (STD) & Long-term (LTD) disability insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, and additional voluntary life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Parental & Elder Care Coaching
  • Child Developmental & Behavioral Support
  • Adoption & Surrogacy Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • College Savings Plan
  • Wellness Reimbursement
  • MetLife Legal Plan
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Commuter Benefit Program
  • Pet, Auto, & Home Insurance Discounts
  • Paid vacation, post-project & holiday office closures and sick days
  • Relocation assistance
HOME TO
PLAYSTATION STUDIOS
ICE TEAM
The ICE Team is a central technology group that focuses on creating core graphics technologies for Sony’s worldwide first-party published titles, including low-level game engine components, graphics processing pipelines, supporting tools, and graphics profiling and debugging tools.

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