Staff Software Engineer (Linux Kernel)

Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. (Japan); Aliso Viejo (CA); Remote; USD 242,000 - 297,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Hybrid/remote policy

Job summary

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC in Aliso Viejo, CA seeks a Staff Software Engineer (Linux Kernel) to develop new Linux kernel drivers and features for servers and embedded hardware.

Requirements include a Master’s degree and two years of experience leading platform‑enabling efforts, upstreaming code to the Linux kernel, and strong C/C++, Rust and Python skills with Git. Telecommuting may be permissible.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required, plus two years of experience leading platform‑enabling efforts for processors using the Linux kernel.
• Upstreaming code to Linux kernel systems and programming drivers for servers and embedded hardware.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Rust, Python and Git; debugging, performance analysis and PCIe connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Develop Linux kernel drivers and features for servers and embedded hardware.
• Collaborate on upstream contributions and debugging across hardware platforms.
• Utilize high‑speed interfaces and performance tools to optimize kernel components.

Skills

Linux kernel development

C/C++ programming

Rust

Python

Git

Embedded software

PCIe

EBPF performance analysis

Education

Master's degree in Computer Engineering/CS or related field

Tools

Git

PCIe protocol analysis

Kernel debugging tools

Job description

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.

Staff Software Engineer (Linux Kernel)

Aliso Viejo, CA

Role Overview

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.

Requirements

• 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; 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.
• Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.

At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job‑related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top‑tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$242,349.00 - $297,400.00/year

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