System Software Development for PlayStation (Software Quality Engineer)
Why PlayStation?
PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.
PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.
The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.
■Job Description
You will be responsible for quality assurance activities and automation development related to system software, middleware, and SDKs on the PlayStation platform, as well as mobile and web apps. Depending on your career and skill set, you are expected to be in charge of one of the following areas:
① New Feature Development for Automation Frameworks
Development of new features for automation frameworks to enable agile development and release.
② Quality Engineering Leader Leading the formulation of test strategies and execution based on technical perspectives in the quality engineering domain, and performing team leader duties for technical development and automation operations, including the utilization of AI.
In each area, there will be opportunities to collaborate with engineers at overseas locations to discuss global strategies.
■Workplace Introduction
・A large-scale organization of over 200 members responsible for the quality assurance of all PlayStation platform products and services.
・You will be involved in a wide range of areas such as games, apps, and peripherals, providing abundant opportunities to encounter the latest technologies.
・We also focus on operational improvements through automation and data analysis, allowing you to play an active role globally while collaborating with overseas teams.
・A flat organizational culture that welcomes challenges and ideas.
・An environment where you can feel the fulfillment of seeing your work reach many users and reflect in society.
・Flexible consultation regarding the use of remote work is possible.
Characteristics:
・A department responsible for software quality assurance of all PlayStation platform products/services, providing many opportunities to encounter new technologies and products. Since system software, components, network software, etc., are intricately intertwined on a large scale on the PlayStation platform, you will be involved in software end-to-end, primarily centered on the PS5 console, including verification of the operation of system software, SDK, PSN, and peripherals.
・Support the realization of common frameworks and common quality by working across global development sites.
・Formulate and promote global QA strategies in collaboration with overseas QA teams.
・Achieve reduction in man-hours, quality improvement, and lead-time reduction in development and verification sites.
Responsibilities:
・You will be entrusted with software development tasks or project management tasks related to quality within the aforementioned organization.
■Required Skills and Technical Domains
【Must】
・3 or more years of practical experience in software development work And development experience in one of the following programming languages: ・Development experience in C/C++ ・Development experience in JavaScript or TypeScript
【Want】
・Development experience in Python ・Knowledge or usage experience of CI tools such as Jenkins or Docker ・Experience in software development requiring dependency management of many libraries (OSS, etc.) ・Experience in implementing system software/applications ・Development experience in thread programming ・Knowledge or usage experience of test automation frameworks (Appium, Selenium, etc.) ・Knowledge or usage experience of data analysis, machine learning, and AI ・Development experience in agile processes ・Practical experience as a Project Manager/Project Leader ・Systematic knowledge regarding software development/software testing
【Ideal Candidate Profile】
・Those who can communicate with overseas engineers in English
・Those who can proactively approach everything and execute with responsibility
・Those who can explain their thoughts logically and objectively ・A mindset that can challenge new ways and ways of thinking without being bound by existing methods
【Language Skills (English)】
・TOEIC 650 or higher is a guideline
・Those who can proactively engage in communication in English (email, conference calls, overseas business trips)
・Those capable of reading technical documents written in English
【Language Skills (Japanese)】
・Since daily operations are in Japanese, communication skills in Japanese are required. (Must possess JLPT N1 or equivalent or higher skills)
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 or maternity, 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.