Job Application for Senior Tools engineer (Testing Framework) at PlayStation Global

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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.

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Team Overview:

The PlayStation Studios Tools and Technology Group is one of various central tech teams working within PlayStation Studios, supporting both game development teams and other central tech and service teams such as QA. We work on debug analysis tools such as crash reporting, test automation and video streaming technology. Some of our tech is widely used by every PlayStation developer worldwide and as well as working closely with game teams inside the PlayStation Studios family we have strong connections with groups in the PlayStation Platform business.

Role overview:

We seek a Senior Software Engineer to work as part of a global team creating and maintaining debug and test tools. These tools help with the running and coordination of tests on PlayStation platforms as well as on other platforms targeted by PlayStation Studios. They include systems for input simulation, input recording and playback, remote access and remote control as well as management, coordination and monitoring of multiple test targets.

What you'll be doing:

Develop and maintain tools using C# and Java
Perform testing and bug fixing
Create and maintain internal tests
Create and maintain internal and external documentation
Gather and document requirements from external teams
Perform code reviews
Assist with hiring and training/mentoring of new staff

What we're looking for:

Required Skills and capabilities

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
5+ years’ professional experience with C#, Java and/or C++
Experience working with version control system platforms such as GitHub
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Desire to build, collaborate and develop strong and positive team relationships
Attention to detail, organisation skills, and strong work ethic

Beneficial Experience

Creating tools for Windows in C# using .NET framework 4.7 or later
Experience with games console development
Writing and debugging TCP/UDP networking code
Video streaming protocols and compression formats
Familiarity with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment/Delivery (CI/CD) concepts and practices
Working in an agile project environment
Understanding of or direct exposure to game development practices
Broad interest in the games industry

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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.

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