Software Engineer II

10 Hours ago • 2 Years + • $158,900 PA - $238,300 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Software Engineer II at PlayStation, you will be responsible for building test frameworks, infrastructure, and internal tools, as well as automating test workflows. You will work closely with Quality Engineering and Software Engineering teams to build robust systems to ensure the highest quality products are delivered. Your responsibilities will include designing, building, and maintaining test frameworks and tooling for PlayStation consoles, integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions, and collaborating with development teams to enable testing of hardware and software components. You will also construct telemetry systems and dashboards for data-driven decision-making. This role requires strong communication and debugging skills.
Must have:
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 2+ years experience in C++, Python, or JavaScript
  • Experience with test automation frameworks
  • Experience with CI/CD systems like Jenkins
  • Comfortable working in Linux and Windows environments
  • Strong communication and debugging skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with test/build automation on PCs/consoles
  • Familiarity with software testing systems
  • Familiarity with Node, React Native/Web, Kubernetes, REST APIs
  • LLVM or LLVM-based C/C++ compilers
  • Experience with developing or testing SDK libraries
  • Working knowledge Docker-based test environments
  • Machine Learning experience
  • Game industry background
  • Japanese Language familiarity
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program
  • Employee discounts for Sony products
  • Bonus package (may be eligible)

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 Group Corporation.

Software Engineer II

As a Software Engineer, you'll focus on building test frameworks and infrastructure, internal tools, and automating test workflows. You will collaborate closely with Quality Engineering and Software Engineering teams to build robust systems to ensure products delivered to customers and game studios are of the highest quality.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain test frameworks, tooling and infrastructure for teams which develop and test software for the Playstation console.
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions or similar tools.
  • Collaborate with Quality and Development teams to enable testing of both hardware and software components in isolation. 
  • Construct telemetry systems and dashboard in order to make data-driven decisions about technical feature development.

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields 
  • 2+ years experience in designing, developing and maintaining tools and applications in C++, Python, or Javascript with a focus on building testing tools, and test frameworks at scale. (C++, JS experience preferred)
  • Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g. Appium, Mocha.js, etc.) 
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD systems like Jenkins, GitHub Actions or similar tools.
  • Comfortable working in Linux and Windows-based development environments.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and QA teams.
  • Strong debugging skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with test/build automation on PCs, consoles or other embedded systems.
  • Contributions to and familiarity with software testing systems (and general software testing experience)
  • Familiarity with Node, React Native/Web, Kubernetes, REST APIs
  • LLVM or LLVM-based C/C++ compilers
  • Experience with developing or testing SDK libraries.
  • Working knowledge Docker-based test environments.
  • Machine Learning experience
  • Game industry background
  • Japanese Language familiarity a plus

Tools and Technologies you will work with

  • Jenkins (CI/CD), GitHub Actions, ArgoCD
  • Python
  • JavaScript, React, Next.js
  • C, C++ or Rust
  • Git, GitHub
  • Device connectivity tools (e.g., ADB, Bluetooth analyzers)
  • Containerization technology such as Docker, buildpack and Kubernetes.

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At SIE, 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 base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. 

In addition, this role
is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

 

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$158,900 - $238,300 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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