PlayStation Global
Technology
SeniorSoftwareDevelopmentEngineerinTest(Contractor12months)
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“Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (Contractor 12 months) at PlayStation Global. Skills: Test automation, Quality engineering, CI/CD. Design test strategies. Develop test plans”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure high-quality products
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Debugging skills; Problem-solving skills; Root cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience, 5+ years of experience in software testing, 3+ years of hands-on experience in UI and API test automation, Proficiency in Python, Java, or JavaScript, Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium and/or Appium, Experience with API testing tools and frameworks, Familiarity with modern development and DevOps tools, Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, CI/CD practices, and test methodologies, Analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills, Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment with minimal supervision, Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
Test or development experience on a non-PC device, Experience with React Native, Exposure to microservices architecture and distributed system testing strategies, Experience with performance, load, and scalability testing tools and practices
What You'll Do.
Design test strategies
Ensure high-quality feature delivery
Collaborate with software engineers
Collaborate with product managers
Build automation frameworks
Maintain automation frameworks
Scale automation frameworks
Improve quality engineering practices
Introduce new standards
Introduce new processes
Drive adoption of practices
Develop reusable test utilities
Develop reusable APIs
Develop reusable libraries
Enhance existing automation frameworks
Design CI/CD pipelines
Implement CI/CD pipelines
Optimize CI/CD pipelines
Implement quality gates
Optimize quality gates
Identify root causes of defects
Drive timely resolution of defects
Advocate for shift-left testing
Embed quality practices
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Product owners; Designers; Infrastructure teams
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Agile environment
Full 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. Role Title: Senior Software Development Engineer in Test – Daily Rate Contract Day Rate: Dependent on experience Contract Duration: 12 Months (Initial assignment, with scope for extension) Location: Dublin 02. Hybrid: 1-2 day per week on-site. Engagement Structure: PAYE or Umbrella Company only Join PlayStation's global initiative to build innovative test automation systems in a sophisticated environment. Engage with engineers, product owners, and designers to ensure high-quality products for millions of users. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases across UI, API, and backend systems to ensure high-quality feature delivery. Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to define test coverage and quality goals early in the development lifecycle. Build, maintain, and scale robust automation frameworks for UI, API, and end-to-end testing, including device and performance testing. Continuously improve quality engineering practices by introducing new standards, tools, and processes, and driving their adoption across teams. Develop reusable test utilities, APIs, and libraries to improve efficiency and consistency in automation. Maintain and enhance existing au
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