Technical Program Manager

Sony Interactive Entertainment • Los Angeles, CA

442d • $145,700 - $218,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Technical Program Manager (TPM) at PlayStation is responsible for delivering systems that enhance user experiences across various platforms including web, mobile, PlayStation4, and PlayStation5. This role involves collaborating with software developers, leading technical discussions, and managing the software development lifecycle to ensure high-quality software delivery. The TPM will also develop and implement program management standards while maintaining comprehensive project documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience with a proven technical capability
• 3-5+ years of professional program management experience
• Firm understanding of software development lifecycle
• Proficiency with project management and communication tools, such as Confluence, Google Suite, JIRA, Office Suite, Slack, or similar
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience collaborating with partners across business, product, design, and server teams
• Solid leadership skills and a passion for building world class consumer experiences.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum software development methodologies
• Strong sense of ownership

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with highly distributed, global teams
• Experience delivering full-stack applications
• Prior experience as technical contributor such as Software or QA Engineer
• Experience as Product Owner or Scrum Master

Responsibilities

• Work with Software Developers to schedule development, write functional specifications/requirements, and drive decision-making to build amazing online experiences.
• Act as lead in driving technical discussions and solutions to business and/or customer requirements.
• Handle all phases of the software development lifecycle including design, development, testing, and deployment, while collaborating with other internal teams and groups to bring projects from concept and design to delivery.
• Participate in initial requirements reviews, analysis to assess technical complexity and resolve dependencies.
• Provide and communicate ongoing insight into the progress, risks, schedules, and timelines to leadership teams.
• Exercise strong communication and collaboration skills to influence teams, understand dependencies, and resolve roadblocks.
• Develop and lead end-to-end implementations toward technical standards as well as expected delivery dates.
• Develop and implement standards for program management, continuously improving processes and methodologies.
• Build and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and reports.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts for Sony products
• Bonus package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree