Staff Software Engineer

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.

About the Role

At PlayStation, we work to develop an inclusive and engaging environment where remarkable talent can excel. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will direct a devoted team enthusiastic about the kernel security of PlayStation devices. This is a unique opportunity to impact the security architecture of our premier gaming systems!

Strengthen our security team at our Dublin office and collaborate with a global console security group. You will refine low-level code and find innovative methods to engage with the OSS community. Your expertise will help maintain PlayStation platforms as the leading place to play!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a small team in the analysis and improvement of kernel security for PlayStation devices.


• Collaborate with global teams to ensure alignment and successful implementation of security measures.


• Apply your skills in software development using C and C++ to contribute to the security framework.


• Understand and implement code hardening techniques to protect our systems.


• Work closely with validation teams to review code patches, confirming there is no performance impact or regression.


• Integrate external patches into our codebase and explain these changes to development teams.


• Suggest improvements in various areas based on your experience and develop preliminary models to demonstrate these ideas.


• Conduct daily scrum meetings and regularly follow up with the manager on team direction and goals.


• Provide mentorship for junior members on the team.

About You

• Confirmed experience in C/C++ software engineering with a focus on security.


• Strong communication and social skills.


• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, diverse environment.


• Eager to learn new skills and share your knowledge with others.


• Solid grasp of code hardening procedures and objectives.


• Experience working alongside validation teams and grasping the impact of code patches.


• Ability to identify fresh improvement opportunities and construct proof of concepts.

Why PlayStation?

We develop a diverse and welcoming environment where your ideas can prosper. You'll join a team that prioritises collaboration and aims for outstanding results. We contend in a swiftly changing industry, and your contributions will assist us in maintaining leadership in gaming technology. This role offers a high-impact opportunity where you can truly influence outcomes!

As an equal opportunities employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity.

We encourage everyone to respond as we consider all candidates on the basis of their merit, unique strengths, and perspectives they will bring to the role.

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus opportunity


• Hybrid Working (within Flexmodes)


• Private Medical Insurance


• Dental Scheme


• 25 days holiday per year


• On Site Gym


• Subsidised Café


• Free soft drinks


• On site bar


• Access to cycle garage and showers

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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.