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PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play —it’s also the Best Place to Work. We’ve thrilled gamers since 1994, when we launched the original PlayStation. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.
We’re looking for a Staff Software Engineer develop the solution to secure the Microsoft Windows® PC based software for the PlayStation® . You will provide strong technical leadership in designing and developing highly secure and performant PC based software and tampering detection software.
Our team is innovating and crafting the next generation of gaming experiences on PlayStation! You will work alongside partners in engineering, product, design, and research to build tools and technologies that keep our players safe.
PlayStation Network currently has over 100 million monthly active users. This is a phenomenal opportunity to join our high leverage team working on building outstanding new experiences!
Role Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain Windows platform based SDK
Collaborate with Machine Learning/AI team to design and implement server based tampering detection solution.
Analyze threat vectors, design a solution to secure the product, and implement the solution.
Review proposed architectures for various PlayStation Network features. Guide and collaborate with the feature teams to secure the solutions.
Collaborate with product management team to define the roadmap
Produce excellent, detailed design and development documentation
Work with team members to deliver features on time, respond to evolving requirements, and strategic shifts in direction
Develop software using Agile/Scrum software development methodology
Mentor and develop team members
Qualifications
10+ years of proven programming experience in C/C++ (or equivalent client development) developing Win32/64 Apps, Java, Restful Webservices, SDK
Experience with developing API and services utilizing various AWS services
Experience leading the development of highly scalable distributed systems with event driven architecture
Experience with object-oriented design and design patterns
Passionate about writing quality and well architected code
Experience in building high-performance and secure Windows applications or SDK.
Strong understanding of engineering standard methodologies – requirement gathering and analysis, design and develop secure and scalable code with unit tests, participate in code reviews and documentation, experience with multiple technology stacks.
Ability to balance periodic on-call duty, and defensive engineering to minimize impact
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with helping team members in professional development
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent; Master's degree a plus.
Helpful but not required
Experience with Game development or Game Engine development is a huge plus
Experience with Windows/PC Security software development a plus
Experience with CICD pipeline development a plus
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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. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$209,900 - $314,900 USD
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 or maternity, 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.
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