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Senior Product Comms Manager

Sony Interactive Entertainment
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, California, San Mateo
Feb 09, 2026
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. Senior Product Comms Manager San Mateo, California (Hybrid - 1 day a week) About the team This role sits within the Product Comms team, part of thePlatform Data & Strategy(PDS)departmentat Sony Interactive Entertainment. Our goal is to maximize the impact of launch and in-life performance ofSIE'sproducts and services throughtimely, relevant,compellingand detailed communications.Weoperateas a strategic partner to product and business stakeholders, shaping how products are positioned and understood internally, and influencing how they are taken to marketwith the highest impact. Asthe Product Comms remitcontinues toincrease,asmust our influenceand availability, sowe'relooking togrowouron-the-groundpresence inthe US. Thisis an exciting time to join the team as it expands further and plays a leading role in the future of PlayStation! About the role This role will be accountable for assigned Product Comms projects from inception to completion, take ownership of improving our Project Management processes, and take lead delivering comms locally in the US. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Product Comms; you will be trusted to make judgement calls on areas like project scope, strategic approach and stakeholder engagement, balancing local needs with global priorities. Whatyouwilldo Project Leadmultiplecomplex, cross-functional projectswith high senior visibility Define,standardizeand evolve theProduct Comms project management approach to be used across all projects; support others in applying it consistently; improve it based on team experiences; project manage the projects you are assigned to lead. Act as the senior, on-the-ground representative for Product comms in the US,helpingshapehow the functionengages andpartners with local business and productmembers, and taking lead on local product demo and event delivery Build stronger connections:facilitateengagementwithproduct, PMO, and business teams acrossthe USto raise the profile and influence of Product Comms. Whatwe'relooking for We'relooking foran experienced project manager andexpertcommunicator,who'sexcited by theopportunity tobranch out to a varied roleof strategy,hands-ondelivery, andengaging members across SIE in our mission.We need aself-starter who thrives on building relationships proactively, and a committed team player;althoughyou'llbe the team'sfirstUS member, this gives you a unique opportunity torepresentProduct Comms locallyinthisvitalregionwhileremainingdeeply connected to your UKteammates. Must have: 5+ years' project/programmanagement experience,anddeep understanding ofdifferentmethodologiesand their strengths/limitations. Expert-level proficiencywithProject Managementtools (e.g. Wrike,Asana,MS Project),JIRA andMSExcel. Technically minded, and eager to learnnew technologiesdeeply (hardware and software). Strong systems-thinkingability, with experience ofprocessoptimizationanda track recordofdefining/improving process at scale. Comfort presenting with passion to large groupsof variedsenior members, in person. Interest and passion for video gaming! Travel to other Californialocations (SD, LA) multipletimes a yearasrequired, and to the UKminimum2 times annually. Travel to other California locations (SD, LA) multiple times a year asrequired, and to the UK minimum 2 times annually. The rest of the team is UK based, so working with hours closer aligned to the UK across 2-3 days of the week is preferred. The following experience would be desirable (but pleasedon'tfeelit'sessential to tick every box in this list): Knowledge of product(hardware/software)development lifecycles and GTM processes. Experience ofworking with business operations orshaping howproductsget takento market. Experience ina creativefunction, includingdesign, communications, PR/Marketing. Games industry experience. *Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Noticefor more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.* 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. Clickhere to learn more. The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below. $161,100 — $241,700 USD Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks. Please refer to ourCandidate Privacy Noticefor more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights. 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.