Senior Director, People Technology Services

PlayStation Network; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 224,000 - 337,000; Full time

Job summary

PlayStation is seeking a Senior Director for People Technology Services to influence the employee experience and HR technology strategy. This leadership role requires extensive experience in technology management and a proven track record in digital transformation, focusing on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. You will oversee the execution of critical systems, ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with regulatory standards while leading a team dedicated to continuous improvement.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Matching 401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness program

Employee discounts for Sony products

Qualifications

• 15+ years of cross functional technology leadership experience.
• 10+ years of HR Technology management experience.
• Experience in tech and business capability delivery with strong end to end ownership.

Responsibilities

• Develop HR Technology strategy and align it with business goals.
• Coach and mentor the PTS team for productivity and growth.
• Drive process improvement using HR and IT technology solutions.

Skills

Technology leadership

HR Technology management

Process improvement

Collaboration management

Design thinking

Systems thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

United States, San Mateo, CA

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 PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, 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 Group Corporation.

San Mateo, CA

PlayStation is seeking a Senior Director, People Technology Services (PTS), to help evolve our employee experience and drive business outcomes globally. We are looking for an innovative and creative leader who can help shape the future of our systems that will embody SIE culture and best-in-class employee experience ensuring we stay at the forefront of digital transformation while also creating efficiencies for supporting teams.

With both a strategic lens and passion for detail, you will own the renovation of our environment and drive the effort from inception through implementation.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with People & Places leadership, IT leadership team and others to develop the HR Technology strategy and the wider Employee Experience strategy by aligning with our goals and latest technology trends.
• Listen to and coach the PTS team to build self-guided, balanced, and productive team while mentoring and developing the talent to grow.
• Be a trusted technology advisor to P&P Leadership, and other business partners.
• Ensure that People systems and processes are aligned with regulatory standards
• Help drive process improvement within the People team using various HR and IT technology solutions; AI, automation, self-service and business insights
• Build and evolve the systems landscape including, Core HR, Goals, Performance, Learning, Workforce Compensation, and Recruiting using Workday or similar systems.
• Ensure systems projects are delivered to meet target dates, and operational metrics are met.
• Interface with SIE IT teams and partners to successfully coordinate technology implementation efforts, including identification/discovery, design, construct / build, test, and launch / stabilization phases
• Lead maintenance and accuracy of employee data for analysis, regulatory compliance, reporting and distribution

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field or combination of relevant education, experience, and training
• 15+ years of cross functional technology leadership experience, 10+ years of HR Technology management, including having managers reporting into you
• Experience in tech and business capability delivery with strong end to end ownership and a clear track record of leading digital transformation
• Experience in fiscal year portfolio planning, creating business cases for technology investments
• Demonstrated experience in applying design thinking principles and systems thinking when approaching solutions
• Technology thought leadership in the latest advances in market and ability to turn that into clear technology roadmap to meet the business needs
• Experience delivering global platforms while tailored for local markets and implemented to an excellent standard
• Strong collaboration management across a complex matrix ensuring clarity of communications and meeting customer expectations to deliver key business outcomes
• Prior hands-on experience in People Technology such as Workday desirable

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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.

$224,100 - $336,100 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, 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.

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