Software Development Engineer In Test

Sony Interactive Entertainment; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sony Interactive Entertainment is looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to influence the PlayStation platform by building tools that analyze SDK quality. This role involves driving automation strategy and improving infrastructure using Python and Groovy. Ideal candidates should have strong programming skills in Python and C++, with experience in both Windows and Linux environments. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace dedicated to empowering employees and providing excellent opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading architectural decisions and complex debugging efforts.
• Strong programming proficiency in Python & C++.
• Deep understanding of automation trade‑offs and architectural design decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the technical strategy for automation frameworks.
• Define scalable, maintainable automation and infrastructure patterns.
• Contribute to architectural discussions for test systems.
• Craft and improve automated test cases and frameworks.
• Build and improve test infrastructure using Python and Groovy.

Skills

Programming proficiency in Python

Programming proficiency in C++

Strong technical leadership

Experience with Windows environments

Experience with Linux environments

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

About Sony Interactive Entertainment

Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play - it’s also the Best Place to Work. SIE is the company behind the PlayStation brand and a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation. It is a dynamic technology company delivering cutting‑edge hardware, network services, and entertainment to more than 100 million people worldwide.

As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you will influence the most successful gaming platform by building tools and infrastructure that analyze the quality of the PlayStation SDK and related technology. You’ll have opportunities to expand into 3D graphics, spatial audio, artificial intelligence, and the integrated PlayStation game development environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the technical strategy for automation frameworks, test architecture, and CI systems supporting PlayStation SDK components.
• Define scalable, maintainable automation and infrastructure patterns that support long‑term platform growth.
• Contribute to architectural discussions for test systems spanning C++, embedded firmware (C), and Python‑based infrastructure.
• Identify technical risks early and drive mitigation strategies to protect release confidence.
• Craft and improve automated test cases, sample applications, testing tools, and frameworks for SDK libraries and low‑level software (C++).
• Build and improve test infrastructure using Python and Groovy to simplify building, testing, and demonstrating PlayStation sample applications.
• Monitor test infrastructure, analyze automation failures, improve reliability, and optimize runtime performance.
• Partner closely with software production and offshore teams to compose robust test plans, validation strategies, and documentation.

Skills and Characteristics

• Strong technical leadership with the ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including presenting technical direction to engineers and executives.
• Proven experience leading architectural decisions and complex debugging efforts.
• Self‑directed, committed to producing strong results, and passionate about high‑quality automation.

Qualifications

• Strong programming proficiency in Python & C++.
• Experience building, running, and debugging software in both Windows & Linux environments.
• Deep understanding of automation trade‑offs and architectural design decisions.

Nice‑to‑Have

• Exposure to the Android platform, including SDK, tooling and architecture.
• Prior experience with PlayStation SDK development.
• Familiarity with Unity, Unreal Engine, or other game engine technology.
• Containerization technology such as Docker and Kubernetes.

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.