QA Sr Analyst (Contract)

Santa Monica Studio; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Monica Studio is seeking a QA/Analyst with 2+ years in testing and a track record shipping at least two global titles on current PlayStation platforms. You will perform developer support tasks, preventive testing, and high-level test coverage, while reporting issues and assisting in project planning and collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has strong SDLC knowledge, game-play skills, and a passion for video games, with experience using Maya and JIRA.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Test or Analyst or equivalent position and shipped 2+ titles on PlayStation platforms
• Experience with Maya software and toolsets
• Strong understanding of SDLC and QA methodologies
• Experience with JIRA databases and add-ons
• Passion for video games

Responsibilities

• Perform developer support tasks to aid entry- to mid-level development in your area
• Perform preventive testing support on developer workflows and testbeds
• Conduct high-level scripted and exploratory test coverage
• Report, research, analyze, and support resolution of issues
• Assist in planning, tasking, and execution of all operational testing
• Maintain project databases for assigned titles
• Collaborate across disciplines to drive projects to completion
• Diagnose errors and provide technical support in the development pipeline
• Stay updated on QA industry trends and techniques

Skills

Technical learning agility

SDLC knowledge

Gameplay skills

Analytical thinking

Communication & teamwork

QA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in a related field

Tools

Maya

JIRA

Job description

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment? Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting‑edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Perform developer support tasks to assist with entry to mid‑level development work for your assigned department or area
• Perform preventive testing support on developer workflows, tools and testbeds to support embedded testing efforts
• Perform high‑level/critical scripted and exploratory test coverage using different testing techniques on assigned projects
• Perform issue reporting, research, analysis, confirmation and support resolution on assigned projects
• Perform specialized testing and support requests for your assigned area of focus and/or department
• Maintain a strong knowledge of the project design and scheduling changes to support QA test effectiveness, focus and reporting
• Assist in the management of project databases for assigned titles
• Assist in the planning, tasking, and execution of all operational testing for assigned projects
• Assist in the execution of project operational reporting and day‑to‑day communication
• Assist in updating test plans and incorporate them into the software testing process
• Assist in QA administrative and support requests
• Assist in collaborating work across disciplines within the internal/external development team to help drive project to completion
• Assist in diagnosing errors and breakdowns in development pipeline and perform technical support as needed
• Actively develop and improve skill set and abilities by keeping aware of QA industry trends and techniques

Minimum Requirements

• 2+ years in Test or Analyst or equivalent position and successfully shipped at least 2 global, large‑scale titles on current‑generation PlayStation platform(s)
• Experience with Maya software and toolsets
• Excellent technical learning agility
• Excellent understanding of SDLC
• Excellent gameplay skills
• Excellent critical analysis skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with current‑generation PlayStation platforms and peripherals
• Experience in quality assurance/control testing
• Experience in foundation level testing techniques
• Experience with JIRA database and add‑on systems
• Proficiency in test case design and traditional QA/QC methods
• Passion for video games

Preferred Experience

• BS in Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Communications, BA in Project Management, Business Intelligence, or QA related field
• Successful completion, certification and application of ISQTB® Foundation Level CTAL or equivalent

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.

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