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Full-Time

PC Test Specialist

Months

Updated on 9/6/2024

PlayStation Global

PlayStation Global

1,001-5,000 employees

Designs and markets gaming consoles and accessories

Hardware
Consumer Software
Gaming

Entry, Junior

Liverpool, UK

Category
QA & Testing
Performance Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Quality Assurance (QA)
Requirements
  • Minimum 1 years’ experience in QA Operations.
  • PC Games testing experience, supporting, and releasing titles across a range of platforms like Steam, Epic, Origin, GOG, etc.
  • Understanding of PC gaming hardware and the associated technologies.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
  • Provide subject matter expertise and educate staff on PC operating system interaction, Steam client functionality, Epic client functionality, and performance testing applied to multiplatform title development.
  • Continued learning and development of subject matter expertise; provide training and guidance to test staff regarding PC OS and Hardware testing best practices.
  • Directly interact with Studios and Business Leadership to communicate strategy, risk, and product impacts.
  • Create and share test plans on pre-release versions of PC software.
  • Assessing product functionality against SIE quality standards.
  • Researching and documenting product defects and performance metrics.
  • Applying knowledge of intermediate to advanced networking principles and PC, and gaming / functionality elements.
  • Collaborating on test efforts and partnering with our Networking, Compatibility, and Performance Lab team.
  • Promote new test strategies between project disciplines, including Functional Testing teams, Engineering groups, and other service providers.
  • Risk analysis on assigned titles and/or new services or processes.

Working at PlayStation offers the opportunity to be part of a leading company in the gaming industry, renowned for its cutting-edge technology like haptic feedback and 4K HDR visuals. Employees are immersed in a culture of innovation and excellence that pushes the boundaries of gaming and entertainment. Contributing to a globally recognized brand that consistently delivers high-quality, immersive gaming experiences, ensures a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

null, Japan

Founded

1994

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The India Hero Project showcases PlayStation's commitment to nurturing global talent, potentially leading to innovative and diverse game offerings.
  • Frequent sales and exclusive deals on popular titles like God of War Ragnarok and GTA 5 make PlayStation an attractive platform for gamers.
  • Collaborations with popular brands and celebrities, such as Naomi Osaka and Fortnite, enhance PlayStation's visibility and appeal.

What critics are saying

  • The crowded gaming market requires PlayStation to continuously innovate to maintain its competitive edge.
  • Dependence on exclusive titles and limited-edition merchandise could backfire if these offerings fail to meet consumer expectations.

What makes PlayStation Global unique

  • PlayStation Global leverages exclusive game titles and limited-edition merchandise to create a unique brand experience that competitors struggle to replicate.
  • The company's strategic partnerships, such as with LEGO and Gami Chicken, enhance its cultural relevance and market reach.
  • PlayStation Productions' success in adapting games into award-winning TV series like 'The Last of Us' sets it apart in the multimedia entertainment space.

Benefits

Health and wellness: Medical (PPO, HDHP, and HMO), dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, education reimbursement program, wellness reimbursement, identity theft protection, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, business travel accident insurance, 4.5% 401(k) match, commuter program, additional voluntary programs (group legal, pet insurance, auto and home insruance), onsite flu shots and biometric screenings

Family and time off: 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, paid parental leave, adoption assistance program, 529 college savings plan match, back-up child care, parental and elder care coaching

Perks: Sony product discounts, passport perks program, monthly $10 Playstation Network voucher, employee referral bonus, game launch events