Senior Software Development Engineer in Test, PlayStation

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of experience in software testing, including designing and executing test plans and test cases
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in UI and API test automation for web and/or mobile applications
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python (preferred), Java, or JavaScript
• Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium and/or Appium
• Strong experience with API testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Postman, REST Assured, GraphQL, gRPC)
• Familiarity with modern development and DevOps tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Docker)
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, CI/CD practices, and test methodologies
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Join PlayStation's global initiative to build innovative test automation systems in a sophisticated environment. Engage with engineers, product owners, and designers to ensure high-quality products for millions of users
• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases across UI, API, and backend systems to ensure high-quality feature delivery
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to define test coverage and quality goals early in the development lifecycle
• Build, maintain, and scale robust automation frameworks for UI, API, and end-to-end testing, including device and performance testing
• Continuously improve quality engineering practices by introducing new standards, tools, and processes, and driving their adoption across teams
• Develop reusable test utilities, APIs, and libraries to improve efficiency and consistency in automation
• Maintain and enhance existing automation frameworks (Python, Selenium, etc.) for scalability, reliability, and performance
• Partner with infrastructure teams to design, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines and quality gates
• Analyze test results, identify root causes of defects, and work with development teams to drive timely resolution
• Advocate for a shift-left testing approach, embedding quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle

• Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks