Software Development Engineer

• 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
• 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 automation frameworks (Python, Selenium, etc.) for scalability, reliability, and performance
• Partner with infrastructure teams to design, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines and quality gates
• Analyze test results, identify root causes of defects, and work with development teams to drive timely resolution
• Advocate for a shift-left testing approach, embedding quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle

Skills & expertise Continuous improvement Communication skills API Testing Collaboration and teamwork Problem-solving skills, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

• Strong experience with API testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Postman, REST Assured, GraphQL, gRPC)
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python (preferred), Java, or JavaScript
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, CI/CD practices, and test methodologies
• Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium and/or Appium
• 5+ years of experience in software testing, including designing and executing test plans and test cases
• Familiarity with modern development and DevOps tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Docker)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in UI and API test automation for web and/or mobile applications
• Test or development experience on a non-PC device (phone/game console/set-top box, etc.)
• Experience with React Native
• Experience with performance, load, and scalability testing tools and practices
• Exposure to microservices architecture and distributed system testing strategies

• Private medical insurance
• Private dental insurance
• Flexible working policy (remote working, flexible hours)
• Free fruit every day in our offices
• On-site free gym (London & Liverpool)
• On-site subsidised cafés
• On-site bar (Thursdays & Fridays, London & Liverpool)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Eye care assistance
• x2 volunteering days each year
• Group pension plan
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Season ticket loans
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
• Discretionary days off over Christmas and summer
• Free giveaways of select first party products and services
• Discounts on PlayStation products
• Discounts on Sony products
• Access to other corporate discounts

* Please 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