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QA Analyst roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. Australian professionals benefit from the E-3's no-lottery structure and indefinite renewals, making long-term U.S. careers in software quality assurance straightforward to plan.
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Location(s):
United States, Bend, OR
Date Posted:
Job ID:
R-124375
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.
CONTRACT ROLE
Sony Bend Studio, the creator of Days Gone, Syphon Filter, and Uncharted: Golden Abyss, is looking for top talent to join our passionate team. We are seeking a QA Analyst who will contribute to the development of a new product with a specialized focus on testing techniques that will help ensure a high level of quality throughout the project.
Responsibilities:
- Perform and document pre-integration build verification and reporting processes.
- Conduct Grey/White box testing on relevant features and tools.
- Analyze feature sets, identify opportunities for automation, and share recommendations with engineers.
- Create test cases from design documentation or feature expertise.
- Execute regression, verification, and ad hoc testing of newly implemented features.
- Manage the full life cycle of defects, from research to tracking through resolution.
- Develop knowledge of systems within the game engine.
- Provide qualitative feedback on usability and player experience.
- Use debugging tools with confidence.
- Collaborate daily with Production and Development team members.
- Help prioritize issues in the bug database to support efficient resolution.
Requirements
- Adaptable, collaborative, and proactive in tailoring QA processes to the needs of the development team.
- Familiarity with existing tools and technology, with a strong sense of responsibility in applying them.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent observational skills; analytical, organized, and detail oriented.
- Ability to work effectively in a group setting with colleagues from different disciplines.
- Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency with PC and current Windows operating systems.
- Active listener who facilitates conversations and encourages team participation.
- Quickly recognizes critical issues or testing gaps and collaborates with senior QA members and the development team to address them.
Preferred Experience:
- Previous experience in the games industry.
- Experience collaborating with offsite teams.
- Familiarity with JIRA or similar defect tracking and task management tools.
- Experience working in an agile team environment.
- Knowledge of basic programming concepts.
- Background in Grey/White box testing in development environments.
- Strong understanding of QA processes and ability to apply them effectively to projects.
- 1+ years of QA testing experience.
At SIE, working with our partners, 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 individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.
$22—$22 USD
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.
Position Type:
Location(s):
United States, Bend, OR
Date Posted:
Job ID:
R-124375
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.
CONTRACT ROLE
Sony Bend Studio, the creator of Days Gone, Syphon Filter, and Uncharted: Golden Abyss, is looking for top talent to join our passionate team. We are seeking a QA Analyst who will contribute to the development of a new product with a specialized focus on testing techniques that will help ensure a high level of quality throughout the project.
Responsibilities:
- Perform and document pre-integration build verification and reporting processes.
- Conduct Grey/White box testing on relevant features and tools.
- Analyze feature sets, identify opportunities for automation, and share recommendations with engineers.
- Create test cases from design documentation or feature expertise.
- Execute regression, verification, and ad hoc testing of newly implemented features.
- Manage the full life cycle of defects, from research to tracking through resolution.
- Develop knowledge of systems within the game engine.
- Provide qualitative feedback on usability and player experience.
- Use debugging tools with confidence.
- Collaborate daily with Production and Development team members.
- Help prioritize issues in the bug database to support efficient resolution.
Requirements
- Adaptable, collaborative, and proactive in tailoring QA processes to the needs of the development team.
- Familiarity with existing tools and technology, with a strong sense of responsibility in applying them.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent observational skills; analytical, organized, and detail oriented.
- Ability to work effectively in a group setting with colleagues from different disciplines.
- Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency with PC and current Windows operating systems.
- Active listener who facilitates conversations and encourages team participation.
- Quickly recognizes critical issues or testing gaps and collaborates with senior QA members and the development team to address them.
Preferred Experience:
- Previous experience in the games industry.
- Experience collaborating with offsite teams.
- Familiarity with JIRA or similar defect tracking and task management tools.
- Experience working in an agile team environment.
- Knowledge of basic programming concepts.
- Background in Grey/White box testing in development environments.
- Strong understanding of QA processes and ability to apply them effectively to projects.
- 1+ years of QA testing experience.
At SIE, working with our partners, 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 individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.
$22—$22 USD
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a QA Analyst
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Your Australian bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or engineering satisfies the E-3 visa specialty occupation requirement. If your degree is in an adjacent field, document how your coursework directly applies to QA methodology and test engineering to pre-empt any employer doubt.
Target employers with active LCA histories
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for companies that have filed LCAs for QA or software testing roles. Employers who have done it before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer over sponsorship concerns.
Address the specialty occupation question early
Some hiring managers assume QA roles don't qualify for E-3 because the work can seem generalist. Clarify during interviews that your role requires applied knowledge of test architecture, automation frameworks, or systems engineering, which anchors it as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards.
Negotiate LCA filing into your offer timeline
The employer must file a certified LCA with the DOL before you can attend your consulate appointment. Build at least two to three weeks for LCA certification into your start date negotiation so neither side is caught off guard by the processing window.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for end-to-end support
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from start to consulate appointment. This removes the compliance burden from your employer and reduces the chance of delays caused by documentation errors.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify status before signing
If your QA role is at a company that participates in E-Verify, confirm this before you sign. E-Verify enrollment doesn't affect your E-3 eligibility, but it changes your I-9 verification process on day one and is worth knowing in advance to avoid onboarding confusion.
E-3 Visa QA Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find QA Analyst jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering through generic job boards, you can search QA Analyst positions where employers are already familiar with the E-3 visa process, which significantly reduces the back-and-forth about whether sponsorship is possible.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a QA Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined. A QA Analyst position qualifies when it requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field such as computer science, information systems, or software engineering. Roles focused on test automation, systems validation, or QA architecture are strong candidates. Roles described as purely manual or generalist testing may face more scrutiny from USCIS.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for QA Analyst roles?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no annual cap or lottery, so you can apply at any time of year. The H-1B visa has an 85,000-slot annual cap with a lottery that selects applicants randomly, meaning many qualified candidates are never selected. For QA Analysts who are Australian citizens, the E-3 is a substantially more reliable path to U.S. employment.
Can I switch QA Analyst employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you need a new E-3 visa tied to the new employer. Your current E-3 is employer-specific, so your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need to attend a new consulate appointment or apply for a change of status if you're already in the U.S. There is no portability provision like the one available under certain H-1B rules.