Manager, Technical Program Management

Sony•San Diego, CA

1d•$175,000 - $195,000

About The Position

Join the Sony Engagement Platform Services (SEPS) Team, where innovation meets collaboration in the dynamic world of digital engagement. At SEPS, we are building the next-generation platform that powers how fans connect with the content—and the creators—they love. Our mission is to unlock meaningful, data-driven engagement across Sony’s entertainment ecosystem, from games and anime to music, film, and live experiences—empowering both internal teams and external partners to build at scale. Our mission is to create a world-class engagement platform that not only enhances existing revenue streams but also drives new opportunities through a robust ecosystem of partners and creators. By decoupling application development from platform services, we empower our teams to deliver exceptional solutions with agility and efficiency. If you are passionate about shaping the future of digital engagement and want to be part of a vibrant community that values creativity and collaboration, we invite you to explore the exciting opportunities within our team. Together, we will shape the future of fan experiences and define the foundation for what’s possible in the realm of engagement. To learn more visit: www.sony.com/en/SonyInfo/technology/stories/entries/sep_introduction/

Requirements

Overall experience of at least 6 years in the software development industry
At least 2 years of people management experience, with experience managing a team of Technical Program Managers or program leads
Able to manage, mentor, and empower a team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
Proven ability to lead complex, multi-team programs with cross-team dependencies from concept through deployment
Prior experience working as a Scrum Master, with a solid understanding of Agile ceremonies and team execution practices
Working knowledge of the software development lifecycle and general system architecture concepts, sufficient to partner effectively with engineering teams
Strong communication, cross-group collaboration, and interpersonal skills. The ability to flex communication style to work with business and non-technical users in addition to engineers
Ability to balance priorities across multiple programs and drive alignment across stakeholders
Ability to advise and influence technical discussions and decisions
Experience with Agile development practices (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) emphasizing continuous improvement
Experience working with globally distributed and cross-functional teams
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent practical experience

Nice To Haves

Prior experience improving or scaling program management processes, tooling, or team workflows is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and empower a growing team of Technical Program Managers to deliver high-impact programs aligned with strategic business outcomes.
Drive successful execution of complex, cross-platform programs through effective planning, risk management, and stakeholder alignment across global business units and product teams.
Execute and iterate on the team's vision, strategy, and roadmap, keeping initiatives focused, achievable, and value-driven.
Champion continuous improvement in program management processes, tools, and delivery outcomes while fostering an inclusive, accountable, and collaborative culture.
Operate with autonomy and ownership in a large, distributed environment, consistently delivering results amid complexity and ambiguity.
Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
Fertility benefits, including, surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Short-term & long-term disability plans
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
Education assistance and student loan programs
Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
Matching gift program
A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)