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Sony Interactive Entertainment · 3 weeks ago

Software Engineer II, Android Secruity

United States, San Mateo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$164K/yr - $246K/yr

5+ years exp

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a global leader in entertainment producing the PlayStation family of products and services. The role involves developing the core OS for the next-generation platform and enhancing the PlayStation ecosystem by building and integrating firmware and security solutions for mobile applications.

Consumer GoodsMusicVideo Games

Work & Life Balance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Build and integrate firmware and frameworks across device teams to enhance efficiency and collaboration

Drive the development of DRM and security solutions for mobile and media apps

Bring up Android on new hardware

Collaborate closely with international teams of UI designers and product managers (USA, Japan, UK) to translate requirements into a secure device platform

Represent the team in technical forums by presenting designs, sharing knowledge, and contributing insights to other Sony software development groups

Identify performance bottlenecks and craft solutions to improve customer delight

Qualification

Android developmentDRM implementationFirmware securityC++ programmingEmbedded systemsSELinuxIsolation technologiesFirmware attack surfacesTeam collaborationTechnical presentation

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

5+ years of experience in developing Android, SELinus, embedded systems, and firmware interfaces

Familiarity with isolation technologies such as Arm TrustZone, secure monitor, or memory protection

Experience with implementing WideVine and PlayReady DRM

Background in secure boot, key provisioning, firmware hardening, and trusted computing

Solid understanding of firmware attack surfaces: fault injection, code injection, privilege escalation

Experience with advanced attack surfaces like side-channel or fault attacks

Proficiency in C++ and Android / AOSP (Java/Kotlin and Android Studio) development

Preferred

Exposure to TPMs, Secure Elements, or hardware-backed crypto modules

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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