SDET Contractor

The role

You will work hands-on with peripherals and own automated test coverage for specific features across multiple platforms. You will write Python automation suites for firmware and platform features.

What you will do

• Write Python automation suites for firmware and platform features
• Perform integration testing on PlayStation 5, PlayStation Portal, and Windows
• Improve the shared automation frameworks and test infrastructure
• Troubleshoot test failures, using execution data to find flaky or slow tests
• Collaborate with QA, Development, and Product teams to align on test coverage

Required qualifications

• Strong Python skills, including writing automated tests in pytest and Appium with minimal supervision
• Experience with Git for version control
• Experience configuring Jenkins CI/CD jobs and troubleshooting pipeline failures
• Experience using test case management tools like qMetry or TestRail
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional team
• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience

Nice to have

• Understanding of embedded firmware testing, including basic electrical concepts like current draw, voltage levels, and battery diagnostics
• Experience testing or interacting with Windows-based drivers
• Familiarity with PlayStation SDK development
• Experience programming in C or C++ (modern C++ preferred, e.g., C++17)

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision

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.