Software QA Engineer 2

PlayStation Global; San Mateo (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sony Interactive Entertainment is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to build tools and automation for the PlayStation SDK and related tech. You will contribute to testing infrastructure across C++, Python, and embedded components, helping ensure quality for releases.

You’ll work with Windows and Linux environments, develop automated test cases, and collaborate with production and offshore teams to strengthen validation, pipelines, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong programming proficiency in Python & C++, with PyTest and GTest experience.
• Experience building, running, and debugging software in Windows and Linux.
• Self-directed, committed to high-quality automation and testing.

Responsibilities

• Crafting and improving 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 with software production and offshore teams to compose robust test plans and documentation.
• Define scalable automation and infrastructure patterns for long-term platform growth.
• Contribute to test system architecture spanning C++, embedded firmware (C), and Python-based tooling.
• Identify risks early and drive mitigation to protect release confidence.

Skills

Python

C++

PyTest

GTest

Windows

Linux

Tools

PyTest

GTest

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

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.

How would you like to influence the most successful gaming platform of all time by validating the very technology our developers use to build extraordinary games?

Role Summary:

Sony Interactive Entertainment (PlayStation) is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to provide hands‑on engineering excellence across our SDK ecosystem. This role focuses on building tools and infrastructure for analyzing the quality of the PlayStation SDK and related technology. While this is the primary domain, there are opportunities to expand into 3D graphics, spatial audio, artificial intelligence, and the fully integrated PlayStation game development environment. We are looking for someone who wants to directly impact PlayStation technology by developing tools and automated systems that deeply analyze SDK components and platform capabilities. You will help strengthen and evolve our testing infrastructure, raise the technical bar for quality engineering, and drive confidence in every release. If you’re passionate about solving complex system‑level challenges and influencing technology used by people around the world, we want to hear from you, come help us power the future of PlayStation!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Crafting and improving 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.
• 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.

What We’re Looking For:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including presenting technical direction to both engineers and executives.
• Strong programming proficiency in Python & C++, as well as PyTest and GTest frameworks.
• Self‑directed, committed to producing strong results, and passionate about high‑quality automation.
• 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 Android platform, including SDK, tooling and architecture
• Prior experience with PlayStation SDK development is helpful.
• Familiarity with Unity, Unreal Engine or other game engine technology.
• Containerization technology such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proven experience leading complex debugging efforts.

At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job‑related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top‑tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package.

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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.

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