System Software Development Engineer (PlayStation Hypervisor)

5 Months ago • All levels • System Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Develop a unique Hypervisor for the PlayStation platform, considering security and platform-specific requirements. This isn't a simple port from a PC; it requires understanding PlayStation hardware specifications and collaborating with kernel developers to create the optimal software architecture. Responsibilities include detailed design and implementation, unit and integration testing, and post-release support. The role involves close collaboration with other teams, from requirements analysis and design proposal to coding and debugging. The team develops essential SDK software components including kernels, drivers, development environments, and toolchains, specifically focusing on BIOS and Hypervisor development.
Must have:
  • Kernel/device driver or embedded systems development experience
  • Experience in one of: Hypervisor development, bootloader development, embedded software debugging, virtualization tech knowledge
Good to have:
  • Hardware debugging skills
  • Knowledge of virtualization technologies
  • English communication with overseas engineers

Job Details

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

 

職務内容 / Job Description(Roles & Responsibilities)
PlayStationプラットフォームで動作するHypervisor開発を担当します。PCプラットフォームのHypervisorを単純に移植するのではなく、PlayStationプラットフォームに求められる要件をベースとし、セキュリティも考慮した独自のHypervisorを開発します。
関連する他チームとともに詳細設計・実装、単体・結合テスト、リリース後のサポートまで、一貫して行います。
Hypervisorの仕様書、という決まったものがあるわけではなく、PlayStationのHW仕様を理解し、Kernel開発者とともにベストなソフトウェア構成を検討し、それに従って実装していくことになります。

組織・職場紹介 / About team and organization:
PlayStationのカーネル、ドライバ、開発環境、toolchain 等、SDK に必要なソフトウェアを開発する部門に属し、課としてはBIOSとHypervisorの開発を担当しています。
ソフトウェア開発者部門の他、ハードウェア設計部門、LSI部門、商品企画、また US他海外部署と連携して開発を行っています。新しいプラットフォームの立ち上げ時にはハードウェアやチップの仕様策定に参加します。
開発者自身で要件整理・設計から、コーディング・不具合解析をまでを行っています。要件さえ満たせば実装面の裁量は大きく、実装の実力を発揮する機会が大いにあります。

求められるスキル・技術領域 / Skills and Qualifications
【必須(MUST)】
・カーネルやデバイスドライバの開発もしくは組み込みシステムの開発経験
・以下、「歓迎されるスキル・技術領域」で1つ以上合致するご経験があること

【歓迎(WANT)】
・Hypervisorを使った開発経験
・ブートローダーの開発経験
・ハードウェアデバッグツール等を使用した組み込み環境でのソフトウェアデバッグスキル
・仮想化技術等の HW/SW 専門知識のある方
・海外エンジニアとの英語でのエンジニアリングコミュニケーションが可能であること

求められる人物像 / Personality
・複数のチームとの調整や協調作業が多いので、自他のチームと積極的に意思疎通・交渉・協力・配慮できる方
・要件分析、議論、設計の提案ができる方
・自らコーディングできる方

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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.

 

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