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Full-Time

Player Support Specialist

Posted on 4/12/2024

PlayStation Global

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops gaming consoles and accessories

Hardware

Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$92,700 - $139,100Annually

+ Bonus

Mid

Bellevue, WA, USA

Required Skills

Quality Assurance (QA)

Requirements

3+ years of experience as a Player Support Agent or Technical QA member
Familiar with commonly used support ticketing platforms and bug tracking software such as JIRA
Experience working cross-functionally with technical teams to identify and solve problems
Familiarity with basics of game engine architectures and backend systems used in multiplayer games is a plus

Responsibilities

Triage incoming issues, assessing their priority and impact
Resolve issues on behalf of players using Player Support Tooling
Communicate with player base through the ticketing process to gather additional information and provide status on given issues
Advocate for improvements to the overall process and tools available to solve issues faster
Work with Technical Production and Engineering teams to solve complicated problems and provide report/analysis to your lead for future improvements
Work alongside live operations teams to understand the incoming patches and potential impact on player support

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.

Firewalk is looking for a Player Support Specialist interested in solving challenging problems to help deliver a great gaming experience for our players.
As a part of the Player Support Team within the studio, you will report to Player Support Lead, and contribute to development of runbooks required to solve player support issues. You will be responsible for investigating player support tickets, working with the development team to resolve the problem to the best of your ability.

WHO YOU ARE

An experienced Player Support or QA professional with a passion for multiplayer games.
An effective and empathetic collaborator that cares deeply about fostering strong cross-functional relationships and healthy teams.
Committed to creating and maintaining high-quality, inclusive, and positive player experiences.
Interested in learning the inner workings of the game systems, data architecture, and backend systems that power the game.
As a member of QA or Player support, you have helped investigate complex bugs or issues – that required deep dive into the implementation, AB testing, sifting through logs etc.
You approach a problem through analytical mindset, allowing data to corroborate your thesis helping you prioritize and elevate the impact of player facing issues.

WHAT YOUR DAY MIGHT LOOK LIKE

Work with your Player Support Lead to triage incoming issues, assessing their priority and impact.
Use the Player Support Tooling to resolve issues on behalf of players.
Communicate with player base through the ticketing process to gather additional information, providing status on given issues.
Advocate for improvements to the overall process, tools available to solve issues faster.
Work with Technical Production and Engineering teams to solve complicated problems and provide report/analysis to your lead for future improvements.
Work alongside live operations teams to understand the incoming patches and potential impact on player support.

QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of experience as a Player Support Agent or Technical QA member helping solve issues happening in live environments.
Familiar with commonly used support ticketing platforms and bug tracking software such as JIRA.
Experience working cross-functionally with technical teams to identify and solve problems.
Familiarity with basics of game engine architectures and backend systems used in multiplayer games is a plus.

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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.

$92,700—$139,100 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.

PlayStation Global

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PlayStation offers a range of gaming consoles, accessories, and immersive experiences, including the PS5 console, DualSense controllers with haptic feedback, and the PS VR2 with 4K HDR visuals, known for delivering cutting-edge gaming technology and experiences to millions of fans worldwide. The main technologies used in the products include haptic feedback, 4K HDR visuals, and state-of-the-art graphics.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Foster City, California

Founded

1994

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -13%

1 year growth

↓ -26%

2 year growth

↓ -24%

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

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