Senior Software Engineer (Linux Ublk)

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Senior Software Engineer - Linux Ublk

About the Role

At PlayStation, our Gaming, Developer & Future Technology (GDFT) Group is leading the cloud gaming revolution by putting console-quality video games on any device from TVs to consoles to mobile devices and beyond! Would you like to use your skills, time, and passion on meaningful projects that are building the future? We are seeking a highly skilled Linux Software Developer to join our engineering team. This role will focus on developing and optimizing low-level I/O subsystems, with an emphasis on Linux UBLK (Userspace Block Driver Framework) and io_uring . You will collaborate with kernel and systems engineers to design and implement efficient, scalable, and high-performance solutions for modern storage and I/O workloads.

Key Responsibilities

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  Design, implement, and maintain features in the Linux UBLK framework .

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  Develop and optimize I/O paths using io_uring for low-latency, high-throughput workloads.

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  Analyze, debug, and resolve performance bottlenecks in Linux I/O subsystems.

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  Collaborate with cross-functional teams on storage, networking, and virtualization projects.

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  Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code with unit and integration tests.

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  Stay current with developments in the Linux kernel, storage technologies, and emerging programming paradigms.

Required Qualifications

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  BS in Computer Science / Software Engineering or 5+ years of relevant work experience

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  Strong expertise in Linux UBLK development and related kernel/user-space interactions.

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  Solid experience with io_uring and modern Linux I/O frameworks.

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  In-depth knowledge of the Linux I/O data path , including block layer and file systems.

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  Proficiency in C for systems programming.

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  Strong debugging and performance tuning skills (perf, ftrace, bpf, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

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  Familiarity with DMA (Direct Memory Access) mechanisms and optimizations.

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  Experience with Rust for systems programming or interest in adopting Rust for safe low-level development.

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  Knowledge of NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) protocols and storage technologies.

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  Contributions to Linux kernel or other open-source projects.

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  Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

What We Offer

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  Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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  Opportunity to work on cutting-edge Linux kernel and storage technologies.

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  Collaborative, innovation-driven environment with opportunities for open-source contributions.

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  Flexible working arrangements and strong focus on professional growth.

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The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$177,300 - $265,900 USD

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