SDET Contractor

1 Month ago • All levels • Quality Assurance

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) contractor, you'll contribute to ensuring the high quality of the PlayStation Software Development Kit (SDK). You will design and implement software for testing the PlayStation C++ compiler toolchain, contribute to new feature implementation, collect and analyze performance data, and research innovative QA solutions. Responsibilities include partnering with engineers, designing test cases and frameworks, and expanding testing coverage. The role requires proficiency in C++ and Python, experience in Windows and Linux environments, and excellent communication skills. The work is focused on developer tools, automated tests, test frameworks, and infrastructure used to verify and validate the PlayStation SDK compiler toolchain.
Must have:
  • Proficient in C++ and Python
  • Experience in Windows and Linux
  • Design & implement test software
  • Data analysis & reporting
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • Compiler experience
  • LLVM project knowledge
  • Data analysis & relational DB exp.
  • Jenkins automation experience
  • Agile/Scrum training
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job Details

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

The Software Production (SWP) team has an important mission to ensure the best quality of Software Development Kit (SDK) for all PlayStation game and content developers. Our engineers are committed to provide the best automated software tools and tests to enhance PlayStation SDK quality. We work to provide game developers with the best and powerful software tools for more PlayStation games creation to grow the PlayStation community continuously. We also pleasantly provide a creative and collaborative environment with cutting edge technology for engineer growth.

As a Software Development Engineer in Test you will learn and utilize PlayStation technologies to work on developer tools, automated tests, test frameworks and infrastructure used to verify and validate the PlayStation® SDK compiler toolchain.

You will partner with engineers to understand software in development and own the design and implementation of test cases and frameworks to expand testing coverage and improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement software for testing PlayStation® C++ compiler toolchain.

  • Contribute to the bring up of new PlayStation® compiler toolchain features.

  • Collect, visualize and report on performance data and operational statistics to improve the efficiency of our tools and processes.

  • Research innovative solutions to technical challenges in Quality Assurance and applicable compiler technologies for PlayStation.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics or related field.

  • Proficient in C++ and Python programming.

  • Experience writing software in both Windows and Linux systems.

  • Highly motivated with outstanding verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with others at all levels.

 

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience in compilers, language design, and/or the LLVM project

  • Data analysis and relational database experience.

  • Experience developing automation using Jenkins.

  • Knowledge of collaborative software engineering best practice including usage of Source Control Management systems, Continuous Integration/Deployment frameworks.

  • AGILE/Scrum training.

 

 Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.

 

At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. 

Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.

$51 - $77 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. 

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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