Software Development Engineer in Test (Contractor)

PlayStation; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 89,544; Part time

Job summary

PlayStation in San Mateo, CA, seeks a Software Development Engineer in Test - Contractor to enhance the quality of development at the forefront of gaming technology. This role involves planning and executing QE activities, reviewing requirements, and building automation frameworks.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in UI automation, strong skills in Python, JavaScript, and experience with Selenium or similar tools. This position offers competitive hourly pay and identifies the importance of diversity and inclusivity at PlayStation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in UI automation for web applications.
• Solid experience writing automated tests in Python, JavaScript, C++, or another programming language.
• Experience with Selenium or Appium or similar UI automation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete QE related activities and build test plans.
• Review product requirements to create effective testing strategies.
• Build and maintain test automation frameworks.

Skills

Test automation

Automation frameworks

Python

JavaScript

C++

Selenium

UI Automation

RESTful APIs

React

Education

BS or MS in Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Docker

Job description

Software Development Engineer in Test - Contractor

San Mateo, CA

Do you have a passion for test automation? We are looking for self-motivated, quick-starter and highly proactive individuals to join our full stack team, who will be testing new and existing features on multiple platforms and devices in a software development environment and ensuring quality of automation and test frameworks.

At PlayStation, we are passionate about both collaboration and technology. We love building the systems that millions of people use and are our own first customers. We strive to be at the forefront of development technologies and are a diverse company with teams on four continents.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and complete QE related activities; build test plan, test cases, and implement to ensure the quality of new features
• Review product requirements and technical design documents to understand how the feature works on the PlayStation console and create effective testing strategies
• Build, maintain and improve test automation frameworks, and help teams set up automation infrastructure
• Develop automated UI and API tests to increase automation coverage
• Report, track and verify defects as well as monitor automation jobs. Provide status reports to leadership and other key partners.
• Collaborate with distributed teams for multi-functional test plan design and execution

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Engineering, Computer Science or related field, or equivalent
• 3-5 years or equivalent experience in UI automation for web applications
• Solid experience writing automated tests in Python, JavaScript, C ++ or any other Programming Language
• Experience with Selenium or Appium or UI Automation technologies
• Knowledge and experience testing APIs (RESTful), Libraries, SDK/Application Frameworks, Native Applications
• Experience with at least one modern web application framework, preferably React
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work efficiently as part of a team and independently
• Strong initiative and outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience developing or writing test code/scripting for a game console or set-top box
• Experience developing an application (game application is extra bonus)
• Practical experience using development and deployment tools: Git, Jenkins, Docker
• Experience using source control (esp. Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins or Circle CI)

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate. $60—$65 USD

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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.