Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (Contractor 12 months)

PlayStation

Ireland

On-site

EUR 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Private dental insurance

Flexible working policy

On-site free gym

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays

Discounts on PlayStation products

Job summary

PlayStation is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to work on innovative automation systems. This role involves design, development, and execution of test strategies across multiple platforms in a hybrid work environment.

The candidate should have strong experience in UI and API testing, a background in software engineering, and a solid knowledge of applicable frameworks and tools. Benefits include private medical and dental insurance, flexible working policy, and discounts on PlayStation products.

Qualifications

3+ years of hands-on experience in UI and API test automation.
5+ years of experience in software testing.
Experience with React Native.
Test or development experience on a non-PC device.

Responsibilities

Join PlayStation to build innovative test automation systems.
Design and execute comprehensive test strategies across UI, API, and backend systems.
Develop reusable test utilities and APIs to improve automation efficiency.
Maintain and enhance existing automation frameworks for scalability and performance.

Skills

API testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Postman, REST Assured, GraphQL, gRPC)

Modern development and DevOps tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Docker)

Analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills

Test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium)

Proficiency in Python, Java, or JavaScript

Experience with performance, load, and scalability testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test – Daily Rate Contract

Contract Duration: 12 Months (Initial assignment, with scope for extension)
Location: Dublin 02. Hybrid: 1-2 day per week on-site
Engagement Structure: PAYE or Umbrella Company only

Responsibilities

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.

Requirements

Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, agile environment with minimal supervision.
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).
Strong analytical, debugging, and problem‑solving skills.
Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, CI/CD practices, and test methodologies.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
3+ years of hands‑on experience in UI and API test automation for web and/or mobile applications.
5+ years of experience in software testing, including designing and executing test plans and test cases.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium and/or Appium.
Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python (preferred), Java, or JavaScript.
Experience with performance, load, and scalability testing tools and practices.
Test or development experience on a non‑PC device (phone/game console/set‑top box, etc.).
Experience with React Native.
Exposure to microservices architecture and distributed system testing strategies.