PlayStation is looking to solve the problem of optimizing product teams to deliver value to customers at breakneck speed by building internal software used by engineering teams to launch the next generation of software on the world's most popular gaming platform.
Requirements
- Experience with distributed system design, system scaling, and performance optimization in cloud environments such as AWS leveraging technologies like Kubernetes
- Growth mindset - you're eager to expand your skill set as well as your team's
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and meet project timelines, with proven experience with Agile development methodologies.
- Consistent track record taking a project from requirements to launch.
- Excellent communication skills, building positive relationships with stakeholders and collaborating with team across the organization
- 8+ years of experience in a technical role
- 3+ years of experience in people management leading full stack teams
Responsibilities
- Lead a diverse team of experienced software engineers: Providing guidance, mentorship, and unwavering support to help them achieve their professional goals, fostering an environment where they can thrive and excel.
- Collaborate with partners globally to define and build the tools used by internal engineers, accelerating the development and testing of future capabilities
- Encourage research, innovation, and a culture of continuous learning in the team.
- Support technical leads by ensuring that the team can access tools and resources to perform their work effectively.
- Aligning team objectives with the overall organizational goals and long-term vision, ensuring that our efforts contribute to the broader mission of the company.
- Conducting staff appraisals, fostering individual growth and development through regular one-to-ones, and identifying and mitigating risks.
- Champion a strong team culture of accountability, operational excellence, and work-life balance.
Other
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Excellent people skills with line management experience (goal setting, appraisals, staff development, performance management).
- Strong advocacy for personal and professional growth, ensuring that every team member feels valued and heard.
- Excellent communication skills, building positive relationships with stakeholders and collaborating with team across the organization
- Travel requirements not specified
