SDET Contractor

Posted 18 Days Ago
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Los Angeles, CA
In-Office
52-78 Annually
Mid level
Gaming
The Role
As an SDET II Contractor, you'll automate UI and API tests in Python, ensuring quality and stability for PlayStation media experiences. Responsibilities include maintaining test frameworks, API testing, troubleshooting Jenkins, and collaborating with developers.
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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.

Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET II Contractor)

Summary
Would you like to help ensure the quality and reliability of PlayStation media experiences?

Join the Quality Engineering (QE) team supporting PlayStation client software — where your testing work directly shapes performance, stability, and the overall user experience across media features.

We’re looking for a curious and detail-oriented tester with strong Python skills and an understanding of how API behavior affects client functionality. You’ll use existing frameworks to automate UI and API tests, partner closely with developers, and help create smooth, consistent experiences for users.

We work closely across teams to build confidence in every release, and we’re excited to bring on a tester who’s passionate about quality and eager to make an impact!

As an SDET II Contractor, you’ll take ownership of automation and validation for assigned features, apply a quality-first mindset, and contribute to continuous improvement across the team.

Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain automated UI and API tests in Python using tools like pytest and Jenkins

  • Test how backend and API changes affect client functionality and user experience

  • Review developer pull requests to spot potential client issues early

  • Troubleshoot Jenkins jobs and help keep test suites stable and reliable

  • Share results, document insights, and collaborate with leads and developers to keep testing practical and effective

In this role, you’ll focus on building confidence through solid test coverage and thoughtful validation — helping the team find issues faster and improve quality across every release.

Qualifications
  • Skilled in Python 3.11 with hands-on automation experience using pytest 7 or newer

  • Experience with UI automation using Appium 2 (preferred) or Selenium 4

  • Strong background in API testing with Python tools such as requests, pytest, or Postman

  • Comfortable using Jenkins, including creating and troubleshooting jobs and pipelines

  • Proficient with Git for version control and collaborative workflows

  • Familiar with test management tools such as qTest or TestRail and Agile development processes

Nice to Have
  • Background testing media playback, navigation, or other client-facing user experiences

  • Knowledge of front-end quality practices like accessibility or visual regression validation

  • Curiosity about PlayStation applications and how customers interact with them

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.


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.
$52$78 USD

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. 

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Top Skills

Api Testing Tools
Appium 2
Git
Jenkins
Pytest 7
Python 3.11
Qtest
Selenium 4
Testrail
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The Company
Aliso Viejo, CA
8,768 Employees
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

PlayStation has been at the forefront of interactive and digital entertainment since the debut of our first console in 1994. Our products delight millions across the world through incredible games, cutting edge experiences and access to many types of media.
This commitment to amazing our fans is at the core of who we are and one we share with Sony Corporation, internationally known as a leader in music, movies and consumer electronics.
We can only achieve this goal by welcoming talented people and empowering them to do their best work. From game developers to data scientists, software engineers to cybersecurity experts, marketing to accounting and finance professionals, we’re always looking for talented people who share a passion for creating and our commitment to delivering amazement.

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