Software Development Engineer in Test - ContractorDo 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 featuresReview product requirements and technical design documents to understand how the feature works on the PlayStation console and create effective testing strategiesBuild, maintain and improve test automation frameworks, and help teams set up automation infrastructureDevelop automated UI and API tests to increase automation coverageReport, 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 executionRequirements:BS or MS in Engineering, Computer Science or related field, or equivalent3-5 years or equivalent experience in UI automation for web applicationsSolid experience writing automated tests in Python, JavaScript, C ++ or any other Programming LanguageExperience with Selenium or Appium or UI Automation technologiesKnowledge and experience testing APIs (RESTful), Libraries, SDK/Application Frameworks, Native ApplicationsExperience with at least one modern web application framework, preferably ReactStrong technical, analytical and problem-solving skillsAble to work efficiently as part of a team and independentlyStrong initiative and outstanding verbal and written communication skillsBonus Qualifications:Experience developing or writing test code/scripting for a game console or set-top boxExperience developing an application (game application is extra bonus)Practical experience using development and deployment tools: Git, Jenkins, DockerExperience using source control (esp. Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins or Circle CI)At SIE, working with our partners, 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 individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$60 - $65 USDPlease note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.Equal Opportunity Statement:Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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