Staff Software Engineer, PlayStation

Linux Kernel

$235.3-270.4k

Python

Linux

C++

Rust

Git

Senior and Expert level

Los Angeles

Office located in Aliso Viejo, CA

Gaming and digital entertainment provider

Open for applications

Gaming and digital entertainment provider

1001+ employees

B2CGamingEntertainmenteSports

Open for applications

$235.3-270.4k

Python

Linux

C++

Rust

Git

Senior and Expert level

Los Angeles

Office located in Aliso Viejo, CA

1001+ employees

B2CGamingEntertainmenteSports

Company mission

To create a gaming experience without barriers that fits the needs of players of all abilities.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Requires a Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent, and two (2) years of experience leading platform-enabling efforts for processors using Linux Kernel

What the job involves

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a Staff Software Engineer (Linux Kernel) in Aliso Viejo, CA to develop new Linux kernel drivers and features for servers and embedded hardware
Upstreaming code contributions to Linux kernel systems
Programming Client Integrated GPUs, Discrete GPUs, and Datacenter GPUs using C/C++, Rust, Python, and source code management tools including Git
Developing low-level Linux kernel systems
Analyzing technical problems, debugging, and troubleshooting computer systems
Developing device drivers and software for servers and embedded systems
Developing and utilizing hardware and software architectures for AI and machine learning systems
Performing advanced debugging techniques including tracing using performance tools including EBPF
Connecting high speed components by employing PCI Express standards and advanced PCIE protocol analyzer and oscilloscopes tools; and
In the execution of duties, utilizing C, C++ and Linux Kernel
Work from home and telecommuting may be acceptable pursuant to company policies

Our take

Since the release of the PS1 in 1994, PlayStation has been a consistent leader in the video gaming market. Its consoles are iconic in the gaming community - PlayStation has produced both the top-selling and fastest-selling console of all time - and the company is still pushing boundaries. Its current flagship - the PS5 - promises to revolutionise gaming, featuring new technology that will create improvements across the board.

As well as its consoles, PlayStation has also developed online services, connecting its users and giving them access to diversified media. A PlayStation can be used for a huge range of activities - from Netflix to guided workouts - which has led to the expansion of the company's audience over time and across generations.

PlayStation faces competition in its field from the likes of Microsoft, with its Xbox range, and PC gaming, which has been becoming more popular in recent years. Regardless, PlayStation shows no signs of slowing down. The upcoming implementation of in-game ads in free games looks to significantly increase revenue, and the wider PlayStation gaming experience also appears to be evolving from plans to launch live service games in upcoming years.