QA Analyst

Play Station 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 Play Station family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStation

VR, Play Station Plus , acclaimed Play Station software titles from Play Station Studios, and more.

Play Station 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 Play Station brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

Santa Monica Studio is seeking a QA Analyst for the development of a new unannounced title!

The QA Test Analyst is responsible for the execution of core test coverage management in support of their assigned projects. The general purpose of this job is to provide a dedicated resource to provide testing expertise for their assigned area of test focus. Attention to detail is a critical requirement of the role, as is a highly communicative, amicable, team focused and mature demeanor.

• Perform various methods of test coverage using different testing techniques on assigned projects
• Perform issue reporting, research, analysis, confirmation and support resolution on assigned projects
• Perform specialized testing and support requests for your assigned area of focus and/or department
• Maintain a strong knowledge of the project design and scheduling changes to support QA test effectiveness, focus and reporting
• Assist in collaborating work across disciplines within the internal/external development team to help drive project to completion
• Actively develop and improve skill set and abilities by keeping aware of QA industry trends and techniques

• Excellent critical analysis skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• High degree of emotional intelligence
• Experience with current generation Play Station platforms and peripherals
• Passion for video games

• 6+ months of experience in Tester/Analyst or equivalent position on a current gen console project
• B.S. in Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Communications, B.A. in Project Management, Business Intelligence, or QA-related field

We are an equal opportunity employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership, or membership in any other legally protected category.

At Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE), pay ranges are determined with consideration of market data and geographic location. Individual base pay ranges may vary based on knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role is eligible for benefit offerings including medical, dental, and vision.

The estimated base pay range for this role is $24.47 - $36.68 USD per hour.

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To apply, please submit your resume and the required information as part of the application process.