Principal Wireless Protocol Architect/Engineer

The role

You will lead firmware development and technical strategy for wireless accessories. You will own firmware architecture and design for embedded devices from concept through production.

What you will do

• Own firmware architecture and design for transport, wireless protocol, firmware and software stacks for embedded devices from concept through production
• Develop and define communication protocols to enable peripheral functionality
• Design, implement, and scale low-latency RF/wireless communication protocols for embedded systems
• Architect structured, modular, and reusable firmware frameworks that scale across multiple platforms and product lines
• Lead and mentor firmware engineers
• Ensure firmware designs support cross-platform reuse and long-term scalability
• Troubleshoot complex system-level issues across hardware, firmware, and RF domains

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 15+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
• Demonstrated experience leading firmware development for shipped products
• Strong experience in RF/wireless or low-latency embedded systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

• Passion for gaming, digital entertainment, and consumer electronics
• Experience with wireless audio or ultra-low latency systems
• Experience working with external development partners or ODMs
• Experience with kernel or driver development (Linux, Windows, or similar)
• Experience scaling engineering processes and mentoring teams

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• matching 401(k)
• paid time off
• wellness program
• employee discounts for Sony products
• may be eligible for a bonus package

Before you apply

• Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees

About the company

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. It is a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.