Software Development Engineer in Test Contractor (SDET Contractor)

About the role

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test Contractor (SDET Contractor) to join a global initiative in robust test automation and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment systems. The ideal candidate will help ensure the growth of SIE's capabilities while maintaining high-quality software products that delight Sony customers.

Responsibilities

• Setup test frameworks, and help teams set up automation infrastructure
• Automated testing of UI Frameworks, Background Services, Language runtimes, Browser technologies
• Develop and implement standard methodologies for automation, continuous build and deploy, automated testing, multi-functional end-to-end testing, including device testing, and performance testing
• Work with globally distributed teams to engage early and provide continuous delivery of high quality software products that delight Sony customers
• Manage, and monitor various Jenkins Jobs and report statuses
• Identify and act on opportunities to improve the QA process
• Expand testing and automation across teams to promote ownership of quality
• Work with console developers to ensure that all features and bug fixes come with automated test coverage
• Maintain and improve existing Python based automation framework
• Report, track and verify defects

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Proven experience writing automated tests in C++, Python, JavaScript
• Practical experience using development and deployment tools: Git, Docker, Conan, npm
• Experience in developing CI pipelines using Jenkins / Github Actions
• Experience with Selenium or Appium
• Experience with at least one modern web application framework, preferably React
• Knowledge and experience testing APIs, Libraries, SDK / Application Frameworks, Native Applications
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to estimate effort and size of features
• Experience with agile development methodologies and TDD processes

Benefits

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. The estimated base pay range for this role is $52—$78 USD.