Software Development Engineer in Test, PlayStation

Contractor

Salary not provided

$52 - $78 USD p/hr

Python

Jenkins

Selenium

Appium

Postman

Git

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Los Angeles

Gaming and digital entertainment provider

Job no longer available

Gaming and digital entertainment provider

1001+ employees

B2CGamingEntertainmenteSports

Job no longer available

Salary not provided

$52 - $78 USD p/hr

Python

Jenkins

Selenium

Appium

Postman

Git

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Los Angeles

1001+ employees

B2CGamingEntertainmenteSports

Company mission

To create a gaming experience without barriers that fits the needs of players of all abilities.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Skilled in Python 3.11 with hands-on automation experience using pytest 7 or newer
Experience with UI automation using Appium 2 (preferred) or Selenium 4
Strong background in API testing with Python tools such as requests, pytest, or Postman
Comfortable using Jenkins, including creating and troubleshooting jobs and pipelines
Proficient with Git for version control and collaborative workflows
Familiar with test management tools such as qTest or TestRail and Agile development processes

Desirable

Background testing media playback, navigation, or other client-facing user experiences
Knowledge of front-end quality practices like accessibility or visual regression validation
Curiosity about PlayStation applications and how customers interact with them

What the job involves

Join the Quality Engineering (QE) team supporting PlayStation client software — where your testing work directly shapes performance, stability, and the overall user experience across media features
We’re looking for a curious and detail-oriented tester with strong Python skills and an understanding of how API behavior affects client functionality. You’ll use existing frameworks to automate UI and API tests, partner closely with developers, and help create smooth, consistent experiences for users
We work closely across teams to build confidence in every release, and we’re excited to bring on a tester who’s passionate about quality and eager to make an impact!
As an SDET II Contractor, you’ll take ownership of automation and validation for assigned features, apply a quality-first mindset, and contribute to continuous improvement across the team
Build and maintain automated UI and API tests in Python using tools like pytest and Jenkins
Test how backend and API changes affect client functionality and user experience
Review developer pull requests to spot potential client issues early
Troubleshoot Jenkins jobs and help keep test suites stable and reliable
Share results, document insights, and collaborate with leads and developers to keep testing practical and effective
In this role, you’ll focus on building confidence through solid test coverage and thoughtful validation — helping the team find issues faster and improve quality across every release

Our take

Since the release of the PS1 in 1994, PlayStation has been a consistent leader in the video gaming market. Its consoles are iconic in the gaming community - PlayStation has produced both the top-selling and fastest-selling console of all time - and the company is still pushing boundaries. Its current flagship - the PS5 - promises to revolutionise gaming, featuring new technology that will create improvements across the board.

As well as its consoles, PlayStation has also developed online services, connecting its users and giving them access to diversified media. A PlayStation can be used for a huge range of activities - from Netflix to guided workouts - which has led to the expansion of the company's audience over time and across generations.

PlayStation faces competition in its field from the likes of Microsoft, with its Xbox range, and PC gaming, which has been becoming more popular in recent years. Regardless, PlayStation shows no signs of slowing down. The upcoming implementation of in-game ads in free games looks to significantly increase revenue, and the wider PlayStation gaming experience also appears to be evolving from plans to launch live service games in upcoming years.