Project Manager, People & Places

Sony Interactive Entertainment; United States; Remote; USD 137,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is seeking a Project Manager for their People & Places team. This remote position involves leading cross-functional projects within HR and IT, ensuring alignment across teams. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years in project management and experience with tools like Jira and Workday. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. The role offers competitive pay ranging from $137,200 — $205,800, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of project or program management experience, preferably with exposure to IT or HR.
• Strong technical acumen with direct system experience.
• Ability to manage cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects ensuring alignment on goals and scope.
• Partner with stakeholders to define project plans and key milestones.
• Drive cross-functional alignment and manage dependencies.

Skills

Project or program management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Agility in shifting priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technology

PMP, CSM, or equivalent certifications

Tools

Jira

Service Now

Workday

Confluence

Slack

Job description

Overview

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. We’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment with the PlayStation family of products and services, including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, and more. We strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome everyone with a passion for innovation, technology, and play to explore open positions and join our global team. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

Position

Project Manager, People & Places — Remote / Pacific Time Zone Preferred

What You’ll Do

• Lead cross-functional projects that span HR, workplace operations, and IT, ensuring alignment on goals, scope, and success criteria
• Partner with stakeholders to define project plans, key milestones, timelines, and communications
• Drive cross-functional alignment across multiple teams to manage dependencies, resolve blockers, and drive accountability to progress project completion
• Define and document workflows across the employee ecosystem
• Develop operational execution plans
• Develop and execute change management and communication strategies to support adoption of new systems, processes, and services
• Provide regular program updates, including reporting on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Facilitate alignment meetings, reviews, and agile ceremonies to ensure transparency and momentum
• Drive process evaluation and continuous improvement efforts to streamline delivery and enhance employee experience
• Anticipate and resolve delivery challenges, balancing business needs and technical constraints
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, learning, and cross-team problem-solving

What We're Looking For

• At least 6 years of project or program management experience, preferably with exposure to IT, HR, workplace, or employee experience initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders, including technical and non-technical teams
• Strong technical acumen with direct system experience a plus (Service Now, Workday, Greenhouse, Confluence, etc.)
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Proficiency in project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, MS Project, Teams, Slack)
• Proven ability to thrive in ambiguity and adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Familiarity with HRIS, workplace, or enterprise tools (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow, space management systems)
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes

What Will Help You Stand Out

• Experience in a fast-paced, global technology or entertainment company
• Experience working across global teams and understanding international business nuances
• Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or a related discipline; PMP, CSM, or equivalent certifications are a plus
• PlayStation offers a global hybrid office/remote working model — Flex Modes — which aims to combine the flexibility of remote working with the magic of in-person collaboration. The model is built upon the principle of working together in-person as work requires, with the freedom to work remotely otherwise.

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At SIE, base pay range is set with market benchmarks and geographic location in mind. The base pay range may vary with our hybrid working policy and individual factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role is eligible for SIE’s benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, wellness program, employee discounts) and may be eligible for a bonus. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is: $137,200—$205,800 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, 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. PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.