Engineering Manager – Gaming & Future Technology

Sony Interactive Entertainment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Scheme

25 days holiday

On-site gym

Café subsidy

Free soft drinks

On-site bar

Cycle facilities

Job summary

Sony Interactive Entertainment in London is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a team of mid- to senior‑level engineers in Applied Research Engineering. You will translate objectives into engineering priorities, maintain hands-on technical engagement, and partner with PlayStation Studios and global teams to deliver high‑quality software.

The role emphasizes people leadership, team health, delivery, and cross‑functional collaboration, with occasional travel and a focus on building an

Qualifications

• 2-3 years pf experience in engineering management or equivalent technical leadership
• Strong software engineering background with the judgement to guide technical teams and balance delivery trade-offs
• Hands‑on development experience in C++, C#, Python or comparable technologies
• Experience delivering production-quality software through the development lifecycle
• Ability to understand technical proposals, ask effective questions, and work with technical leads to resolve challenges
• Evidence of coaching others and supporting team effectiveness.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to explain technical and delivery topics clearly
• Experience collaborating across teams, functions, or locations
• Motivation to continue growing as an engineering manager
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field is desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of mid-level to senior engineers through regular 1:1s and development conversations
• Stay close to the technical work so you can support sound engineering decisions and contribute where it helps the team
• Enable predictable delivery by helping the team clarify scope and address blockers early
• Help translate agreed objectives into practical team plans in partnership with technical leads and the TPM
• Represent engineering judgement in planning discussions, so team needs and technical considerations are well understood
• Provide day-to-day leadership for engineering teams and initiatives with appropriate support from senior managers
• Help build an inclusive, high-trust culture focused on collaboration, learning, and technical excellence
• Build strong cross‑functional relationships and communicate clearly across teams and locations
• Support hiring and onboarding so that the team can grow sustainably.
• Support pragmatic improvements to engineering practices where they help the team deliver better outcomes
• Communicate engineering progress and recommendations clearly, including the context needed for good decisions

Skills

Engineering management

C++

C#

Python

Software delivery

Communication

Coaching

Leadership

Collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Linux

Job description

Sony Interactive Entertainment in London is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a team of mid- to senior‑level engineers in Applied Research Engineering. You will translate objectives into engineering priorities, maintain hands-on technical engagement, and partner with PlayStation Studios and global teams to deliver high‑quality software.

The role emphasizes people leadership, team health, delivery, and cross‑functional collaboration, with occasional travel and a focus on building an