Staff Software Engineer (Linux Kernel)

Location: Aliso Viejo, California, United States; telecommuting or working from home may be permissible under company policies.

Base pay: $242,349–$297,400/year.

Company

hirify.global is the consumer entertainment and technology brand of Sony Interactive Entertainment, delivering hardware, network services, and entertainment experiences to more than 100 million people.

What you will do

• Develop new Linux kernel drivers and features for servers and embedded hardware.
• Lead platform-enabling efforts for processors using the Linux kernel.
• Upstream code contributions to Linux kernel systems.
• Program client integrated, discrete, and datacenter GPUs.
• Develop and debug low-level kernel systems, device drivers, and server and embedded software.
• Analyze technical problems and connect high-speed components using PCI Express standards and protocol analysis tools.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent.
• Two years of experience leading platform-enabling efforts for processors using the Linux kernel, including upstreaming code contributions.
• Experience programming client integrated GPUs, discrete GPUs, and datacenter GPUs using C/C++, Rust, and Python, with Git and other source code management tools.
• Experience developing low-level Linux kernel systems, device drivers, and software for servers and embedded systems.
• Experience developing and utilizing hardware and software architectures for AI and machine learning systems.
• Experience analyzing technical problems, debugging, troubleshooting computer systems, and performing advanced tracing with eBPF and performance tools.
• Experience connecting high-speed components using PCI Express standards, advanced PCIe protocol analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Professional use of C, C++, and the Linux kernel in the execution of duties.

Culture & Benefits

• Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permitted under company policies; the role may be subject to a hybrid working policy.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Matching 401(k), paid time off, and wellness program.
• Employee discounts on Sony products and potential eligibility for a bonus package.
• Background checks are conducted at the offer stage.
• Sony Interactive Entertainment is an equal opportunity and fair chance employer.