Senior Software Engineer, Storage
Sony Interactive Entertainment Global · United States, San Mateo, CA
About this role
**Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?** Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As part of Sony Group Corporation, we deliver cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people—and create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand. --- **Storage Software Developer** We’re seeking a Storage Software Developer with Linux storage development experience. You’ll build reliable, high-performance storage features across the I/O stack, including file systems and the block layer. Depending on the project, your work may span Linux, FreeBSD, and PlayStation OS. You’ll collaborate with systems and kernel engineers to investigate problems, make design decisions, and bring solutions into production. **Key Responsibilities** - Design, implement, and maintain storage features and I/O paths for Linux (and, as needed, FreeBSD and PlayStation OS) - Develop or improve file system functionality, including how it interacts with the block layer - Diagnose correctness, reliability, and performance issues across kernel and user-space components - Measure and optimize storage performance for demanding workloads - Write maintainable code, tests, and technical documentation - Collaborate with engineers across storage and other systems teams **Required Qualifications** - Hands-on experience developing storage software on Linux - Some experience developing or modifying Linux file system code - Working knowledge of the Linux I/O stack (file systems and the block layer) - Proficiency in C for systems programming - Experience debugging and profiling low-level software using tools such as perf, ftrace, or eBPF - Ability to investigate complex problems and work effectively with other engineers - Willingness to work across Linux, FreeBSD, and PlayStation OS as project needs evolve **Preferred Qualifications** - Experience with **UBLK** and kernel/user-space block device interactions - Experience developing storage or file system software on FreeBSD or PlayStation OS - Experience with **io_uring** or other asynchronous I/O interfaces - Familiarity with DMA and storage performance optimization - Experience with Rust for systems programming - Contributions to the Linux kernel or other open-source storage projects --- **Compensation & Benefits** - Estimated base pay range: **$177,300 – $265,900 USD** - Eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package (medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program, and employee discounts for Sony products) - This role may be eligible for a bonus package --- **Notes** - Background checks are conducted at the offer stage for all new employees (may include criminal background checks for some roles). - SIE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Fair Chance employer.
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