Staff Software Engineer

Experience with kernel development on FreeBSD or Linux and related platforms
Excellent C programming and debugging skills
Strong communication skills with both software engineers and non-software engineers
Experience implementing automated regression testing
Engaged at both the strategic design level (what should it do?) and the detailed engineering level (how should it be built?)
Effective working within a small team with broad responsibility
Exceptional ability to debug complex system-level issues

Lead architecture and implementation of kernel drivers and other core software components to support our accessory products on the PlayStation and other platforms
Define and execute on the architecture of kernel mode drivers and associated modules for peripheral products
Integrate new capabilities into legacy codebases while improving quality and reducing errors and complexity
Lead partner and contract engineering resources to implement your architecture
Collaborate with HW, SW and UX teams to establish requirements, and then own those requirements through the product lifecycle
Implement and exemplify modern software coding standards and development processes
Develop robust software test infrastructure to support detailed testing and rapid iteration
Cooperate effectively with other internal teams with overlapping responsibilities in system software development

Experience in the video game industry is not required, but interest and passion for the gaming experience, digital entertainment, consumer electronics, and technology is vital