Sony Interactive Entertainment

Analyze competitive titles and market trends to inform strategic decisions. | Requires 5+ years analyzing competitive video game market trends using SQL, R, Python, and data visualization tools. | 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. Senior Product Analyst, Competitive Intelligence San Mateo, CA Role Overview Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a Senior Product Analyst, Competitive Intelligence in San Mateo, CA to perform breakdowns and analysis on noteworthy competitive titles, analyzing revenue and engagement as well as systems and other design elements. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, or related field or equivalent and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience analyzing competitive title trends and broader market trends in the video game industry by analyzing monetization strategies and virtual economies; developing revenue and financial forecasting models using SQL, R and Python to project in-game monetization performance and live service revenue outcomes; building and maintaining data pipelines (ETL workflows) using SQL and R/Python to integrate, clean, and standardize datasets from multiple sources; designing and deploying interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau, Looker, and Power BI to track performance metrics and KPIs; defining and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) for live service titles, including engagement, retention, and monetization, and creating benchmarks against industry standards; conducting competitive market analysis and creating structured reports on industry trends, competitive title performance, and monetization approaches to support strategic decision-making; applying statistical modeling techniques and performing statistical analysis on cohorts and retention, building forecasting models, automating databases, and integrating multiple internal and third party data sources; and in executing duties, utilizing data analysis tools and languages including Excel, SQL, R and Python, and data visualization tools including Tableau, Looker and Power BI. • Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies. Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. At SIE, 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 base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more. The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below. $194,834.00 – $234,834.00/year 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. 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.

Drive execution rigor, transparency, and operational excellence across product development programs with financial ownership and executive reporting. | Experience in program management or PMO roles with strong budget management, communication skills, and ability to operate in a fast-paced product environment. | Why PlayStation? PlayStation isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Today, we're recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more. 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. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation. Location: Flexible, US West coast Position Overview The Sr. Business Planning Program Manager role within the Product Development group is responsible for driving execution rigor, transparency, and operational excellence across product development programs. This role is not a technical role; instead, it serves as the operational backbone of the organization, ensuring reliable status reporting and effective cross‑functional coordination. This position partners closely with multiple partner teams to manage rhythm of business, team budgets and forecasts, and business planning needs. The Sr. Program Manager ensures leadership has a clear, current view of program spend, return on investment, and financial exposure, while enabling the teams to stay focused on delivery. A successful candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, comfortable working across multiple partners, and capable of operating in a fast‑paced product environment without ambiguity. Principal Duties / Responsibilities • Business Planning / PMO responsibilities • Serve as the primary liaison between Product Development and the broader PMO, ensuring alignment on program status, governance, and reporting standards. • Consolidate and maintain executive‑level program dashboards, readouts, and recurring status reports. • Coordinate cross‑functional reporting across Finance, Budget, Operations, and Business teams to ensure a single source of truth. • Represent the PD team in PMO operating rhythms, including program reviews, governance checkpoints, and portfolio‑level cadences. • Proactively identify execution risks, resource gaps, and operational issues; call out with clear, data‑driven recommendations. • Program and Product Margin Financial Ownership • Own end‑to‑end cost program budget management for engineering programs from concept through launch. • Manage and track NRE, vendor, development, and tooling spend. • Maintain cost and COGs models and drive variance analysis against approved business plans. Ensure alignment to target COGS and margin objectives; identify cost risks early. • Support pricing decisions and advocate for financially sound product trade‑offs. • Provide structured insights to support decision‑making at key development gates. • Department Budget Management • Manage forecasting and tracking for the Product Development department budget (headcount, NRE, contractors, CapEx). • Partner with Finance on quarterly outlooks, accruals, and annual planning. • Executive Reporting • Deliver clear program and portfolio‑level financial reporting to leadership and finance partners. Required Knowledge / Skills • Experience in program management, operations, or PMO roles within a product consumer electronics/goods environment. • Consistent record in managing program tracking, reporting, and execution cadence across multiple program management partners. • Solid understanding of budget management, forecasting, and financial tracking. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear executive‑level summaries. • High attention to detail with strong interpersonal and follow‑through skills. • Proficiency with standard program management and reporting tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Excel/Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides). • Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed organization with competing priorities. • Comfortable driving transparency and accountability without direct authority. Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting hardware, software, or platform product development teams. • Prior exposure to PMO frameworks, governance models, or portfolio management. • Experience working closely with finance or business operations teams. • Familiarity with executive reporting, QBRs, and leadership reviews. • Experience in consumer electronics, gaming, or technology product organizations. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, finance, pricing, sales operations, or a related field preferred. • Master's or MBA a plus. • Proven experience in Finance, Business Planning, Program Management, Project Management, or Business Operations roles. • Demonstrated success supporting complex, cross‑functional programs in a fast‑paced environment. Working Conditions • Fast‑paced, execution‑focused product development environment. • Location: US West coast • Travel may be required based on business needs. • Individual contributor role with no direct people‑management responsibilities. Additional Information We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. The estimated base pay range for this role is $161,100 — $241,700 USD. Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. Click here to learn more about our privacy notice and data protection practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Lead and mentor technical program managers, define and drive program delivery strategies, establish best practices, and partner with leadership to optimize enterprise-wide program outcomes. | 15+ years leading global technical program management teams, proven success in IT and security initiatives, ability to influence senior executives, expertise in data-driven program management, and experience with strategic enterprise change. | Description: • Lead, inspire, and elevate teams responsible for enabling enterprise-wide capabilities • Attract, develop, and retain a geographically distributed program management team • Mentor and lead technical program managers overseeing complex, full-stack, outcome-driven initiatives • Define and drive program delivery strategies from concept to execution ensuring speed, agility, and alignment to business needs • Establish best practices across IT, Security, and enterprise platforms to optimize outcomes and value • Serve as the voice of program health and progress to senior executives and peers • Partner with leadership across IT, Security, Engineering, Product, and Design to streamline processes, mitigate risks, and maximize efficiencies • Identify and scale shared services to reduce duplication and improve enterprise-wide alignment • Continuously evaluate and refine program management processes to accelerate delivery and create measurable ROI • Champion innovation and encourage teams to 'do more with less' without sacrificing quality • Model a culture of ownership, accountability, and urgency; promote diversity, equity, and inclusion; balance respect for legacy systems with continuous improvement Requirements: • 15+ years of leadership experience managing global technical program management teams at scale • Proven success in leading IT and/or Security initiatives across diverse geographies and cultural contexts • Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with senior executives while driving complex, cross-functional initiatives • Expertise in leveraging data, metrics, and technology to measure impact and drive decision-making • Track record of advocating for and implementing technology investments, particularly in data-driven program management • Deep knowledge of program and portfolio management practices, tools, and methodologies • Experience leading strategic change initiatives across enterprise organizations • Strong communication, analytical, and planning skills with a focus on execution and outcomes • Knowledge of the gaming or digital entertainment industry (preferred) Benefits: • medical, dental, vision • matching 401(k) • paid time off • wellness program • coveted employee discounts for Sony products • eligible for a bonus package