Sony Interactive Entertainment · 14 hours ago
Technical Program Manager II
San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$149K/yr - $223K/yr
5+ years expSony Interactive Entertainment is a global leader in entertainment, known for its PlayStation products and services. They are seeking a Technical Program Manager II to lead and support multiple teams focused on enhancing the PlayStation experience through effective program management and collaboration across diverse teams.
Consumer GoodsMusicVideo Games
Responsibilities
Lead collaboration across engineering and operations teams, to set goals and deliver complex, multi-team initiatives successfully
Own program-level planning, turning strategy into coordinated execution across product, design and engineering teams
Define and track key performance indicators and success metrics to assess and communicate progress, make informed decisions, and drive continuous improvement and achieve objectives
Collaborate with Product, Design, and Engineering Leads to translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements and user stories that are aligned with program objectives
Lead the transformation of product goals into executable delivery plans, aligning technical requirements, engineering initiatives, to drive clarity and integration at scale
Proactively identify program risks and dependencies, developing mitigation strategies and managing blocking issues as needed
Drive programs to deliver business outcomes, such as performance improvements, customer satisfaction, and cost savings
Lead change initiatives that affect teams, guaranteeing seamless transitions and minimal disturbance to current operations
Advocate for and implement processes across teams, encouraging continuous learning, high reliability, and shared knowledge within the organization
Introduce and improve tools, processes, and approaches to improve program management and technical functions, encouraging innovation and continuous improvement
Develop and lead all aspects of procedural documentation and guidelines to promote consistency across teams and improve operational efficiency
Lead Agile delivery effectiveness within the Service Sustainability team by driving planning, aligning engineering execution, and removing blockers that impact program outcomes
Mentor other TPMs and engineers, fostering a scalable, high-performance delivery culture
Partner with senior leadership to provide program updates, drive decision-making, and ensure alignment with Technical Operations strategy and vision
Qualification
Required
At least 5 years of experience in delivering complex, collaborative programs involving engineering, product, user experience, and operation
Ability to lead multiple technical programs simultaneously, driving clarity, accountability, and execution through close collaboration with technical and business partners
Deep understanding of Agile, Scrum, and iterative program delivery models, with the ability scaling delivery practices across multiple teams
Demonstrated ability in analyzing data and solving problems with a background in establishing and monitoring performance indicators (e.g. objectives and results)
Skilled in collecting, refining, and detailing specific, actionable requirements in collaboration with Product Management, UX, and Engineering colleagues to facilitate successful project completion
Experience translating product vision into actionable roadmaps, coordinating technical requirements and managing interdependencies
Strong ability in aligning technical and project objectives with business and engineering goals, participating in vision-setting processes
Strong experience in leading and handling organizational change across teams, ensuring smooth transitions and effective adoption of new processes and technologies
Excellent communication, with experience in influencing customers at all levels, including senior/executive leadership
Experience developing and maintaining cross-team process documentation and standards that promote consistency and visibility
Proactively handles program risks, dependencies, and trade-offs in fast-paced environments
Proficient in vital technical domains, demonstrated team leadership, endorsing proven approaches, encouraging continuous learning
Strong track record in promoting creativity, innovation, and continuous improvements in managing projects and technical operations, introducing tools and methodologies to boost efficiency
Customer-focused mentality with a history of delivering outcomes that meet or exceed user and customer expectations
Proficient in tools including Jira, Confluence, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Matching 401(k)
Paid time off
Wellness program
Coveted employee discounts for Sony products
Bonus package
Company
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Sony Interactive Entertainment is responsible for the PlayStation brand and family of products and services.
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Ben King
SVP, Direct-to-Consumer, Sony Interactive Entertainment / Playstation
Kiichiro Urata
SVP, Head of Japan Asia Partner Development & Relations / member of the Board of Directors
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