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Sony Interactive Entertainment · 1 day ago

Staff Software Engineer (Security)

San Mateo, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$216K/yr - $324K/yr

8+ years exp

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a global leader in entertainment, known for its PlayStation products and services. They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer (Security) to provide technical leadership in establishing security mechanisms and collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security practices into applications.

Consumer GoodsMusicVideo Games

Work & Life Balance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Rachel (Gershon) Mountjoy

Responsibilities

Design and architect systems with a strong focus on security, implementing multiple layers of defense in depth across multiple platforms

Offer expert guidance and support to engineering teams to ensure compliance with security standards and best practices throughout the software development lifecycle

Perform comprehensive threat modelling and conduct security assessments on software and systems to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities

Triage, analyze, and investigate security issues, and utilize and develop tools as necessary for identifying vulnerabilities

Demonstrate proficiency in Agile/Scrum software development methodologies

Provide mentorship to engineering teams on addressing emerging security threats and implementing effective mitigation strategies

Qualification

C/C++ programmingApplication securityLinux/Unix expertiseThreat modelingAgile/Scrum methodologiesSDKs/Libraries developmentSecurity tools proficiencyCommunicationCollaboration skills

Required

8+ years of demonstrated programming experience in C, C++, Objective-C, or comparable client development environments

Expertise in developing client-side applications and SDKs/Libraries, utilizing object-oriented design and design patterns

In-depth knowledge across multiple security domains, including specific operating system security features, network, application, and general data security

Advanced technical proficiency in software development and code analysis, complemented by familiarity with a range of security tools and vendor solutions across a variety of operating systems

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, security, and architecture teams to facilitate security enhancements

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent required; master's degree preferred

Preferred

Experience with lower-level languages and platform SDKs on multiple

Familiar with React Native or similar hybrid application architectures

Strong communication and collaboration skills with globally distributed teams

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Matching 401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness program

Coveted employee discounts for Sony products

Bonus package

Company

Sony Interactive Entertainment

Sony Interactive Entertainment is responsible for the PlayStation brand and family of products and services.

Founded in 1993

San Mateo, California, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.sie.com

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