Cert Ops Compliance Tester in Liverpool

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.

Role Overview (Role must start on October 26th) This role follows a 4 days on, 4 days off shift pattern, working from 8am to 7pm, and is based on site at our PlayStation office on Old Hall Street, Liverpool. Join our fast-paced environment where your drive, curiosity, and attention to detail will make a real impact. We're seeking passionate individuals to help ensure all bugs are swiftly identified, thoroughly investigated, and clearly reported within the Certification & Operations team. This role is critical to the delivery of projects and releases throughout the year.

What you’ll be doing:

• Thoroughly test all submissions to ensure compliance with the Technical Requirements Checklist across all supported platforms, including PSVR.
• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of SIEE CertOps testing practices and procedures.
• Quickly learn any updated CertOps procedures and/or TRC requirements and alter testing accordingly.
• Raise any issues with test procedure and processes to Team Leaders, offering solutions where applicable.
• Support and assist in the training of any member of staff when necessary.
• Check the content of applications for Legal issues, copyrights and age rating issues.
• Ensure all bugs are identified and thoroughly investigated and recorded (existing & new version codes).
• Provide accurate progress updates to direct line manager, when requested.
• Ensure all relevant CertOps procedures are followed and compliance adhered to.
• Keep up to date with all PlayStation platforms, their respective TRCs and requirements.
• Learn and maintain knowledge on the use of key Certops systems, such as SHIP and Unity.

What we’re looking for:

• Communication/Collaboration: Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication (Level 2 English).
• Style and Impact: The ability to adapt behaviour appropriately to a range of personality and cultures.
• Inclusivity: The ability to work collaboratively with others in order to achieve common goals.
• Attention to detail: Display excellent attention to detail, maintaining diligence and focus for extended periods.
• Be methodical and analytical, displaying excellent problem identification and investigative skills.
• Be reliable and punctual.
• Be open and willing to adapt to change, for example: test team changes, process changes, documentation changes.
• Be able to cope under pressure and able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Technical ability: Computer literate, with experience with various software, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Technical and Professional Knowledge: The ability to show, understand and bring an appropriate level of expertise to the role.
• Quality and Standards: The ability to achieve high standards and quality in work.
• Creativity: The ability to innovate and establish creative solutions as and when needed.

Benefits:

• BUPA Private Medical Insurance.
• Dental Scheme.
• 28 days holiday per year.
• Free eye test and glasses voucher.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Subsidised Café.
• Access to cycle garage and showers.

Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks. Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.

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.