Mobile Security Engineer (Android)

Software Engineer II - Android Security

San Diego, CA

 

You will be a key member of our Portal team, developing the core OS for our next-generation platform to enhance the PlayStation ecosystem. Contribute to the evolution of mobile gaming and entertainment for millions of users worldwide.

 

Responsibilities: 

• Build and integrate firmware and frameworks across device teams to enhance efficiency and collaboration.

• Drive the development of DRM and security solutions for mobile and media apps.

• Bring up Android on new hardware.

• Collaborate closely with international teams of UI designers and product managers (USA, Japan, UK) to translate requirements into a secure device platform.

• Represent the team in technical forums by presenting designs, sharing knowledge, and contributing insights to other Sony software development groups.

• Identify performance bottlenecks and craft solutions to improve customer delight.

 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• 5+ years of experience in developing Android, SELinus, embedded systems, and firmware interfaces.

• Familiarity with isolation technologies such as Arm TrustZone, secure monitor, or memory protection.

• Experience with implementing WideVine and PlayReady DRM.  

• Background in secure boot, key provisioning, firmware hardening, and trusted computing.

• Solid understanding of firmware attack surfaces: fault injection, code injection, privilege escalation.

• Experience with advanced attack surfaces like side-channel or fault attacks.

• Proficiency in C++ and Android / AOSP (Java/Kotlin and Android Studio) development.

 

Desired Qualifications:

• Exposure to TPMs, Secure Elements, or hardware-backed crypto modules.