Lead Product Manager @ PlayStation Global

INACTIVE

Full-Time

Lead Product Manager

Posted on 3/11/2023

PlayStation Global

1,001-5,000 employees

Online multiplayer gaming and digital media delivery service

Hardware

Consumer Software

Senior

Burlingame, CA, USA

Required Skills

Communications

Requirements

Experience as a Lead/Senior Product Manager in the free-to-play mobile space, with a proven track record of building and running successful games
Experience across the game development life cycle, from concept to launch and live operations
Experience working with diverse functions within game development and publishing
Strong passion for games and knowledgeable about core mobile games and gaming industry trends
Excellent project management, organizational, analytical and communications skills

Responsibilities

Work with internal studios and external partners on in-development projects to ensure product quality and business outcomes
Provide support to development partners across a broad range of functions, including project management, game design and live operations
Provide clear direction, set measurable milestones, and help drive execution for internal and external teams during development and live service
Define a process to appropriately evaluate trade-offs to manage project deadlines, expectations and presenting to senior executives and external stakeholders
Contribute to PlayStation Studios Mobile's strategy by conducting market analysis, competitive intelligence and defining mobile product culture
Mentor and train junior members of the team and external stakeholders as necessary

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 PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, 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 Corporation.

Lead Product Manager, PlayStation Studios Mobile

US – San Mateo, or Remote

Description

We are looking for a Lead Product Manager to join a small but quickly growing team to lead one or multiple of PlayStation’s mobile game projects and help establish PlayStation’s presence in the mobile games space. This role will be part of Central Product Management and will own relationships between project stakeholders and execution of major initiatives on the projects. You will wear many hats and champion the efforts across the company.

Our ideal candidate will have a background in free-to-pay mobile games with a proven track record and deep passion for the gaming industry. You are organized, analytical and possess excellent communication skills and know how to balance art and science.

Responsibilities

Work with internal studios and external partners on in-development projects to ensure product quality and business outcomes
Provide support to development partners across a broad range of functions, including project management, game design and live operations
Provide clear direction, set measurable milestones, and help drive execution for internal and external teams during development and live service
Define a process to appropriately evaluate trade-offs to manage project deadlines, expectations and presenting to senior executives and external stakeholders
Contribute to PlayStation Studios Mobile’s strategy by conducting market analysis, competitive intelligence and defining mobile product culture
Mentor and train junior members of the team and external stakeholders as necessary

Skills & Experience

Experience as a Lead/Senior Product Manager in the free-to-play mobile space, with a proven track record of building and running successful games
Experience across the game development life cycle, from concept to launch and live operations
Experience working with diverse functions within game development and publishing
Strong passion for games and knowledgeable about core mobile games and gaming industry trends
Excellent project management, organizational, analytical and communications skills

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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.

$171,300—$256,900 USD

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 or maternity, 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.

PlayStation Global

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Playstation's mission is to deliver new joy, excitement and awe to everyone. The company builds software and hardware for gaming consoles and content.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Foster City, California

Founded

1994

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -18%

1 year growth

↓ -25%

2 year growth

↓ -21%

Benefits

Health and wellness: Medical (PPO, HDHP, and HMO), dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, education reimbursement program, wellness reimbursement, identity theft protection, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, business travel accident insurance, 4.5% 401(k) match, commuter program, additional voluntary programs (group legal, pet insurance, auto and home insruance), onsite flu shots and biometric screenings

Family and time off: 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, paid parental leave, adoption assistance program, 529 college savings plan match, back-up child care, parental and elder care coaching

Perks: Sony product discounts, passport perks program, monthly $10 Playstation Network voucher, employee referral bonus, game launch events

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