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About the Role

This position involves research and development of system performance and low-latency technologies for future generations of PlayStation. You will oversee the entire system, including OS, middleware, devices, and hardware, to optimize processing pipelines from input to rendering, and drive research and verification of new architectures and elemental technologies. This role challenges technical issues at the intersection of software and hardware, contributing to the creation of core technologies that support PlayStation's high-quality gaming experience.

Responsibilities

Research and development of system performance and low-latency technologies for future generations of PlayStation.
Analysis of system behavior and performance evaluation, including OS, middleware, and devices.
Planning, technical verification, and prototyping of new approaches in the input-to-rendering processing pipeline.
Proposing, implementing, and evaluating performance improvement measures from a system architecture perspective.
Technical verification for deploying research results to product development and collaboration with related teams.

Requirements

Understanding of system architecture and ability to design, implement, and evaluate software.
Team software development experience using version control tools like Git.
Knowledge and development experience in multithreaded programming.
3+ years of software development experience using C/C++.
Development or debugging experience with OS or low-level software (device drivers, kernel, etc.).
Knowledge and development experience in Linux kernel or device drivers.
Knowledge and development experience in virtualization technologies.
Design, development, verification, and debugging experience in areas close to SoC/LSI.
Knowledge and experience in computer architecture, including CPU and memory hierarchy.
Practical experience in performance analysis and profiling.
Experience in technical communication using English.
Ability to read technical specifications.
Ability to perform basic technical communication via email.
Business-level Japanese proficiency (equivalent to JLPT N1 or higher).
Ability to proactively address problem-solving in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to logically analyze complex technical issues and derive fundamental solutions.
High interest in new technologies and research trends, with a commitment to continuous learning through papers and conferences.
Desire to pursue technological exploration and challenge the creation of new value supporting the future of PlayStation.

Skills

System Architecture
Software Design
Software Implementation
Software Evaluation
Version Control (Git)
Multithreaded Programming
C/C++ Development
OS Development
Low-level Software Development
Device Drivers
Kernel Development
Linux Kernel
Virtualization Technologies
SoC/LSI Development
Computer Architecture
Performance Analysis
Profiling
Technical Communication (English)
Technical Specification Reading
Problem Solving
Logical Analysis
Continuous Learning
Research Trends

Location

Remote

Work Type

Remote
Full-time

Experience Level

3+ years of C/C++ development experience

About the Company

PlayStation is a global leader in entertainment, producing the PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, and acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios.
PlayStation strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity.
The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.
Our mission is to 'exceed the limits of play'.
Research and development work closely together to create technologies that support next-generation entertainment experiences.
We aim to realize innovative product architectures by integrally designing and optimizing semiconductor hardware and software, focusing on future generations of PlayStation.
We deliver new value to players worldwide by connecting cutting-edge technology to actual products through close collaboration between research and product development teams.
We feature an open and flat culture where members with diverse backgrounds collaborate while leveraging their expertise.
We provide an environment where each engineer can proactively propose and realize ideas, with systems supporting flexible work styles including remote work and continuous career growth.
This is an environment where you can experience both the freedom of research and development and the sense of accomplishment of social implementation unique to product development. Join us to create the future of PlayStation.

Equal Opportunity

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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.