Job Description
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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.
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Technical Program Manager - Contract
San Francisco, CA
We are seeking a candidate to join our game integration platform to bring gameplay and platform experiences closer together! As a team member for the game integration and validation platform, you will have the opportunity to work at the intersection of SDK technologies, game development and infrastructure. You'll be responsible for prototyping fast and effectively with experimental technologies and bringing new PlayStation experiences into gameplay features. Come join us to deliver the best gaming experience to millions of PlayStation players!
Key Responsibilities:
Program Execution: Lead and manage technical programs from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, product management, and operations teams to drive seamless execution.
Roadmap & Planning: Define program scope, timelines, and key milestones, ensuring clear prioritization and resource allocation.
Risk Management: Identify potential roadblocks early and proactively mitigate risks to keep programs on track.
Communication & Reporting: Maintain clear and transparent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on program status, risks, and dependencies.
Process Optimization: Continuously refine and improve program management processes to enhance efficiency and team productivity.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Technical Program Manager (TPM) in a fast-paced environment.
Strong understanding of agile methodologies, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and technical program management best practices.
Ability to manage multiple programs and projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive decisions with data-driven insights.
Experience with program management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Office) and tracking KPIs.
Background in engineering or a technical field is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in Game Industry
Familiarity with game development, cloud platforms, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
Previous experience in contract or consulting roles.
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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
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