Software Development Engineer

PlayStation Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd.; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in the United Kingdom is seeking a talented professional to design and implement CI/CD pipelines while developing automation tools in Python. The role emphasizes collaboration across teams and regions, requires strong technical proficiency, and aims to improve testing strategies. Ideal candidates will have strong Python skills, experience with CI/CD workflows, and a passion for quality engineering. The position offers benefits such as flexible working and training opportunities.

Benefits

Training Provided

Flexible working

Private Medical/Dental healthcare

Free Gym or Gym Subsidy

Bonus/Reward Scheme

Regular team and company events

Qualifications

• Strong Python skills for automation and tooling.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Ability to diagnose issues across complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop automation and tooling in Python.
• Create and run automated tests across various layers.

Skills

Strong Python 3 skills for automation

Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/Groovy)

Developing automation tools (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Fluency with Linux and Windows

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

pytest

C/C++

Job description

Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines to support build, test, and release workflows.
• Developing automation and tooling in Python to streamline test orchestration and system validation.
• Creating and running automated tests across unit, integration, and system layers.
• Debugging and diagnosing issues across build, test, and deployment environments.
• Supporting Linux and Windows development environments and contributing to cross‑platform scripting.
• Applying modern test frameworks and quality metrics to improve test strategy and reporting.
• Collaborating closely with multiple SDK teams to align on shared initiatives.
• Participating in rotational assignments to deepen domain expertise and broaden cross‑project knowledge.
• Coordinating with teams across London, Bristol, and Dublin, including occasional travel as needed.
• Mentoring peers, sharing best practices, and influencing quality engineering approaches.

Qualifications

• Strong Python 3 skills for automation, tooling, and test orchestration.
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/Groovy or equivalent).
• Experience developing and executing automated tests at multiple levels.
• Experience developing automation tools and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Fluency with Linux and Windows development environments.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues across complex build and test systems.
• Familiarity with test frameworks such as pytest, GTest, or similar.
• Understanding of software quality metrics, reporting, and test strategy.
• Experience or awareness in one or more additional areas: C/C++, CMake, C#, Rust, .NET, Docker, Kubernetes, VM orchestration, graphics APIs, AIML/MLOps, or desktop app testing.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across distributed teams and represent quality engineering perspectives.

About 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 PlayStationreg;5, PlayStationreg;4, PlayStationreg;VR, PlayStationreg;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.

Benefits

• Training Provided
• Regular team and company events
• Free drinks, fruit or food
• Flexible working
• Free Gym or Gym Subsidy
• Private Medical/Dental healthcare
• Bonus/Reward Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Game Jams