<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?</strong></p> <p>Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.</p></div><h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></h2> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">As a Software Engineer II - Kernel Security, your responsibilities will include:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Build, develop, and maintain kernel security features for PlayStation systems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with multi-functional teams to successfully implement security improvements.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Debug and resolve sophisticated security issues within the kernel.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Supervise and analyze security threats to determine the best course of action.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Assist with open-source projects associated with kernel security.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Maintain code quality through meticulous testing and code reviews.</span></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Requirements</strong></span></h2> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">To be considered for this role, you must have:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in C programming languages, other programming language like C++ is a plus.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with kernel development, freeBSD knowledge is a plus.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Knowledge in kernel security concepts and practices.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent debugging skills and problem-solving abilities.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The ability to work autonomously and within a cooperative group.</span></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></span></h2> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The ideal candidate will also have:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Advanced knowledge of operating systems and low-level programming.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience contributing to widely recognized open-source projects.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Effective communication abilities and the capability to clearly explain intricate technical ideas.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">A strong passion for gaming and knowledge of the gaming industry.</span></li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>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.<br><br>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. <br><br>In addition, this role<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>is eligible<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Click <a href="https://careers.playstation.com/benefits" target="_blank"><strong>here</strong></a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>to learn more.</p></div><div class="title">The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.</div><div class="pay-range"><span>€69.500</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>€104.300 EUR</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p class