Open World Game Test Analyst

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment? Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting‑edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity. Open World Game Test Analyst – San Diego, CA This position is for a temporary engagement through our staffing partner Yoh Enterprise Solutions. Willing to make the shift from gamer to game tester? We need skilled Game Test Analysts familiar with immersive third‑person combat, open‑world RPG elements, and challenging gameplay. If you speedrun games, hunt for PlayStation Platinum trophies, or just enjoy breaking games, we can use your help. We are looking for individuals that are analytical thinkers, problem solvers, have excellent grammar, and want to contribute their talents to help craft an exceptional entertainment experience. Principle Duties & Responsibilities Executing test plans on pre‑release versions of software Assessing product functionality against official SIE quality standards Researching and documenting product defects and violations Logging issues for the development team review in concise written report formats Collaborating with other team members to ensure quality and accuracy in online games and functionality Utilizing past experience exploring open worlds to provide feedback that will help improve the title for fans of games with RPG and puzzle elements Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication (needs to be able to communicate bugs – how you found them & what exact steps are needed to reproduce them) Basic to intermediate understanding of networking setup and hardware, and how its principles and components apply to modern console, PC, and mobile gaming / functionality Ability to work in both an individual and team environment Flexible schedule Preferred Experience 1+ years of previous QA experience in a related field 4‑year college degree Base Pay Range Estimated hourly rate: $17.75 – $18 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, 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. Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr