Sr Software Eng

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.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Engineer - Kernel Security, your responsibilities will include

• Build, develop, and maintain kernel security features for PlayStation systems.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to successfully implement security improvements.
• Debug and resolve sophisticated security issues within the kernel.
• Supervise and analyze security threats to determine the best course of action.
• Assist with open-source projects associated with kernel security.
• Maintain code quality through meticulous testing and code reviews.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in C programming languages, other programming language like C++ is a plus.
• Experience with kernel development, freeBSD knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge in kernel security concepts and practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub.
• Excellent debugging skills and problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to work autonomously and within a cooperative group.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will also have

• Advanced knowledge of operating systems and low-level programming.
• Experience contributing to widely recognized open-source projects.
• Effective communication abilities and the capability to clearly explain intricate technical ideas.
• A strong passion for gaming and knowledge of the gaming industry.

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.