Senior Manager, Software Engineering

2 Months ago • 4-8 Years • Full Stack Development

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Manager, Software Engineering will lead and manage a team of managers, researchers, and engineers within SIE's Connected Content Group (CCG). Responsibilities include developing strategies to attract and retain talent, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define research roadmaps, fostering a culture of innovation, and aligning CCG's efforts with organizational objectives. The role requires managing project timelines, budgets, and resources, and collaborating with external partners. A solid understanding of technology and the ability to communicate effectively across various stakeholder skillsets are crucial. The successful candidate will mentor and support the team to achieve professional goals while keeping abreast of the latest advancements in gaming technologies.
Must have:
  • Lead and manage engineering teams
  • Develop and implement talent strategies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Foster a culture of innovation
  • Manage project timelines and budgets
Perks:
  • Hybrid Working
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Dental Scheme
  • 25 days holiday per year
  • On Site Gym
  • Subsidised Café
  • Free soft drinks
  • On site bar
  • Access to cycle garage and showers
  • Discretionary bonus opportunity

Job Details

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.

Department Overview:

The Future Technology Group (FTG) are PlayStation's technology experts. We research and develop innovative technologies that push the boundaries of play, helping game developers make the best games on PlayStation. Within FTG is the SIE Connected Content Group, based in London, whose function is future feature prototype exploration & validation.

Role Overview:

SIE's Connected Content Group has a broad and deep range of skills including game development, cloud technology development, rendering & distributed systems research and platform publishing expertise. As a Senior Manager your primary focus will be on people and stakeholder management. While a solid understanding of technology is important, your primary responsibility will be to lead, inspire and support a team of talented individuals, ensuring their success and fostering a culture of innovation, curiosity, collaboration and growth.

What you'll be doing:

  • Lead and manage a team of managers, researchers and engineers, providing guidance, mentorship and support to help them achieve their professional goals.
  • Develop and implement strategies to attract, recruit, and retain top talent.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management & engineering, to define and drive research and execution roadmaps.
  • Establish and encourage a culture of innovation, curiosity, and continuous learning.
  • Foster an inclusive and diverse work environment, where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align CCG's efforts with the overall organisational objectives and long-term vision.
  • Keep up to date with the latest developments and advancements in gaming technologies and provide insights and recommendations to drive innovation.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
  • Collaborate with external partners, research institutions, and academia to utilise the latest advancements in our explorations.

What we're looking for:

  • Proven experience in managing and leading a team of researchers or developers.
  • Solid understanding of technology with the demonstrable ability to effectively and clearly communicate and bridge gaps in understanding among a wide range of varying stakeholder skillsets
  • A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in computer science, software engineering, business management or a related field is desirable.

Benefits of working in the Future Technology Group:

  • Opportunities to participate in global hackathons, and explore innovation opportunities.
  • Opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills by learning about the latest techniques in a team of experts with a wealth of industry experience.
  • Relaxed working environment with high level of trust and autonomy. All staff are encouraged to express their views and challenge the status quo.

Benefits:

  • Discretionary bonus opportunity
  • Hybrid Working (within Flexmodes)
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Dental Scheme
  • 25 days holiday per year
  • On Site Gym
  • Subsidised Café
  • Free soft drinks
  • On site bar
  • Access to cycle garage and showers

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. 

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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Sony Interactive Entertainment pushes the boundaries of entertainment and innovation, starting from the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. Today, we continue to deliver innovative and thrilling experiences to a global audience through our PlayStation line of products and services that include generation-defining hardware, pioneering network services, and award-winning games. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with global functions in California, London, and Tokyo, and game development studios around the world as part of PlayStation Studios, we believe that the power of play is borderless. Sony Interactive Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.  


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