Lead QA Tester

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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.

At PlayStation Studios Quality Assurance (QA), we believe that our people are what make us exceptional. We foster a playfully positive culture and are always seeking new and diverse faces to help us grow. Join us and be a part of a world‑class team that crafts outstanding entertainment experiences.

Quality Assurance is not only a great way to enter the gaming industry, but it also offers the potential for growth within the department or even into other positions and roles. As part of PlayStation Studios QA, you will have the chance to support the full library of PlayStation Studios, including Naughty Dog, Insomniac Games, Polyphony Digital, Guerilla Games, and many more. Collaborate with world‑class developers and contribute to the next great PlayStation Studios release.

As a Lead QA Tester , you will have the opportunity to contribute to the testing and improvement of PlayStation Studios titles. This role plays a key part in shaping the future of gaming and games testing by overseeing all functionality project‑specific activities. You will be responsible for implementing global testing strategies and managing resources, ensuring that PlayStation Studios products meet our high standards. Effective communication with collaborators is essential to address any issues or risks that may arise.

Responsibilities

• Drive efficiency through consistent test strategy, test management, and reporting, while providing a uniform service experience globally.
• Own and communicate all Master Test Plans for assigned projects.
• Manage and communicate the global project budgeting for all assigned projects.
• Serve as the primary liaison with producers and global partners, ensuring clear and standardized outbound communication.
• Perform daily monitoring, research, review, and reporting on consistent alignment with processes for all ongoing projects.
• Maintain and advance knowledge in quality assurance and control services, particularly within PlayStation Studios QA operations.
• Foster a culture of collaboration among peers and department teams to ensure alignment, continuous learning, and innovative approaches within PlayStation Studios QA.
• Participate in the yearly performance review process, gathering feedback and assisting in performance management on a global scale.
• Compile and facilitate global project postmortems to gather insights and drive future improvements.

Project Management Focus

Requirements

Bonus Advantages

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.

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