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 Corporation.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a distributed team that supports PlayStation Studios & their projects. As a Compliance Test Lead, you will be responsible for coordinating all compliance testing on your assigned project. You will get to work on ground-breaking hardware and video-games within a large multicultural, multi region team; helping us drive and build the future of games & Compliance Testing. This is your chance to define your mark and be involved in promoting the PlayStation values that have helped release some of the most exciting and innovative games out there!
What we’re looking for:
Someone who champions an environment consistent with PlayStation’s values through communication, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation, influencing others to do the same.
Excellent Communicator
Brings Clarity and Energy | Listens | Communicates With Confidence | Shares | Keeps Everyone Informed
Collaborator
Relationship Builder | Values Others | Works Well As Part of Broader SIE Team | Belonging | Team Spirit
Innovator
Creator | Flexible | Considers Alternatives | Curious | Does Things Differently | Improves Status Quo | Explores
Values Inclusion
Strong Soft Skills | Encourages | Solicits Feedback | Contributes | Trust | Welcoming | Diversity
What you’ll be doing:
Primary ownership and point of contact for compliance status and test strategy
Daily workload evaluation and coordination of Compliance Testing team
Evaluate priority for compliance test focus
Daily review and reporting on compliance test status or progress
Ensure defect tracking database is accurate and up to date
Ensure titles follow PlayStation Studios QA compliance test processes
Develop and mentor compliance test staff through 1 on 1s
Collaborate with relevant internal partners to capture product information, develop partnerships to provide a compliance consultancy service
Initiate root cause analysis investigations and recommendations for improvements and/or new services or processes, including automation solutions
Utilize knowledge, research and data to continuously improve PlayStation Studios QA compliance test services and processes
May travel to studios or other WWS groups globally at short notice
Primary Interfaces
PlayStation Studios
PlayStation Studios QA & leadership
Global Format QA
Global Developer Technology Group (GDTG)
Product Development
Desired qualifications/experience
Ability to showcase emotional intelligence
Software testing Qualifications (such as ISQTB® Foundation level qualification or higher)
Leadership experience
Adept at frontline troubleshooting and support
Knowledge of PlayStation or any other platform compliance requirements
PC Games testing experience, supporting and releasing titles across a range of platforms such as Steam, Epic, Origin, GOG, etc
Passion for video games
Expertise in cross cultural business and remote team interaction
At SIE, 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 base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, 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. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$27—$40 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 or maternity, 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.