Senior Software Engineer

PlayStation; Ireland; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Flexible working policy

Life assurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays

Job summary

PlayStation in Ireland is looking for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Kernel Security. In this role, you will build and maintain kernel security features, collaborate with teams to implement security improvements, and debug complex security issues.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in computer science and experience with kernel development, alongside a passion for gaming. The position offers various benefits, including private medical insurance, flexible working policies, and 25 days of leave.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub.
• Experience with kernel development, freeBSD knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent debugging skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge in kernel security concepts and practices.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a cooperative group.
• 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.
• Advanced knowledge of operating systems and low-level programming.
• Effective communication abilities and capability to explain intricate technical ideas.
• Experience contributing to widely recognized open-source projects.
• Strong passion for gaming and knowledge of the gaming industry.

Responsibilities

• Build, develop, and maintain kernel security features for PlayStation systems.
• Collaborate with multi‑functional teams to 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.

Skills

Familiarity with version control systems

Kernel development

Excellent debugging skills

Knowledge in kernel security concepts

Ability to work autonomously

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Proficiency in C programming

Communication abilities

Passion for gaming

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience

Tools

Git

GitHub

Job description

• 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
• 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

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Private dental insurance
• Flexible working policy (remote working, flexible hours)
• Free fruit every day in our offices
• On‑site free gym (London & Liverpool)
• On‑site subsidised cafés
• On‑site bar (Thursdays & Fridays, London & Liverpool)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Eye care assistance
• x2 volunteering days each year
• Group pension plan
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
• Discretionary days off over Christmas and summer
• Free giveaways of select first party products and services
• Discounts on PlayStation products
• Discounts on Sony products
• Access to other corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub
• Experience with kernel development, freeBSD knowledge is a plus
• Excellent debugging skills and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge in kernel security concepts and practices
• The ability to work autonomously and within a cooperative group
• 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
• Advanced knowledge of operating systems and low-level programming
• Effective communication abilities and the capability to clearly explain intricate technical ideas
• Experience contributing to widely recognized open-source projects
• A strong passion for gaming and knowledge of the gaming industry