Executive Assistant, Partnerships
2K job in Novato, CA
Who We Are:
2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K's portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of 2K's portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA ️ 2K, renowned BioShock ️, Borderlands ️, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization ️ and XCOM ️ brands; popular WWE ️ 2K and WWE ️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin 2K25, as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR ️ 2K
At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don't meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!
Administrative team members at 2K have the mighty task of making sure all daily functions run like a well-oiled machine. They have their hands in just about every department across the business and regularly partner with executives, senior staff and various teams to make sure their goals are carried out seamlessly and efficiently. Have a borderline obsession with details? Good at prioritizing and seeing three steps ahead? Able to switch hats gracefully as new projects come your way? Wizard at Microsoft Office and setting up Zoom calls? You'll fit right in with us.
What We Need:
We are seeking a proactive, highly organized Executive Assistant to support the Chief Partnerships Officer and members of the Partnerships Leadership Team (4 leaders). This role is responsible for high-level administrative support-such as calendar management, travel coordination, and expense reporting-alongside project-based work, including developing presentations, managing internal/external communications, and assisting with strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is a skilled multitasker who combines strong attention to detail with the ability to anticipate needs and execute independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative & Operational Support
Manage complex calendars for the Chief Partnerships Officer and Partnerships leadership team, including scheduling, resolving conflicts, and prioritizing requests across time zones.
Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, itineraries, lodging, and meeting logistics.
Prepare, submit, and reconcile expense reports into Concur and in accordance with company policy.
Provide support for meetings, including agenda prep, note-taking, and action item follow-up.
Coordinate meetings and department functions including but not limited to preparing calendar invites and Zoom calls, preparing and distributing agendas and other materials, reserving and preparing facilities, coordinating food/beverage service, and coordinating any necessary technical support
Coordinate with Legal on vetting any necessary department-related contracts
Act as a liaison between the Chief Partnerships Officer's office and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring timely follow-up and clear communication.
Project-Based & Strategic Support
Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for internal and external meetings using tools like PowerPoint and Google Slides.
Partner with cross-functional teams to support project timelines, deliverables, and communication flow.
Track status and deadlines for small-scale initiatives on behalf of the Chief Partnerships Officer, ensuring timely progress updates.
Help to drive efficient operations across the team and organization by developing and using systems and processes to maximize results in a timely manner.
Conduct light research, compile data, and support project briefings as needed.
Team Support & Coordination
Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders interacting with the Chief Partnerships Officer.
Help plan and coordinate team events, offsites, and key milestone meetings.
Support onboarding logistics and internal communication for the Partnerships team.
Assist and align with 2K Administrative team members as needed
Perform other duties as assigned by manager
Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit:
A successful candidate for this role will be able to work independently and as part of a team with minimal instruction, be able to maintain the strictest level of confidentiality, and have an eagle eye when it comes to dates, times and details. The ability to spot inefficiencies in daily processes surrounding the executives you support will help ensure long-term success.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 5+ years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Prior work experience as a senior level admin, supporting C-Level executives highly desired
Prior work experience in business development environment representing the company with hundreds of outside stakeholders
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Outgoing personality, with excellent interpersonal skills
Highly Proficient on Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience with Google Suite and Zoom/online conference solutions are preferred.
Acute attention to detail; strong spelling and grammar skills
Professional demeanor
Experience with large scale meeting coordination
Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, manage priorities & manage workflow
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Good judgment, with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically, or through other means to individuals and groups.
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $105,000 and $125,000 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company's discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.
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Auto-ApplySenior Technical Animation Designer
2K job in San Mateo, CA
WE ARE GAMEMAKERS
Who We Are:
We are a diverse team of developers driven by a passion for our art, united by our core values and inspired by a culture of inclusivity to build amazing games that thrill players everywhere. We pursue growth and innovation in an environment of safety and trust. Our culture is built on the belief that the more varied voices in our collective will strengthen our team and our games. We are looking for our next teammate who will raise our bar and make us better.
We are currently working on Project ETHOS, a new free-to-play, 3rd person rogue-like hero shooter and an exciting evolution on the genre!
Who You Are:
We are looking for a Senior Technical Animation Designer to be responsible for designing, creating, and maintaining animation systems that drive the gameplay motion of our characters. This will include features that support major gameplay mechanics, such as locomotion and abilities, UI selection animations, and procedural solutions.
You will be a communication hub in addition to the technical aspect of the job. You'll need to ensure that everyone has the information they need to be successful. This role is focused on technical animation, but will also work with design and engineering teams to translate needs across those subject areas.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with teams across Animation, Engineering, and Design to help deliver a cohesive, high-quality animation style that supports an immersive gameplay experience.
Work with key stakeholders to define goals and implement scalable solutions that streamline animation content creation and integration.
Take initiative in building and refining animation systems, carefully balancing performance needs with desired in-game behaviors.
Provide and offer technical support and mentorship to animators, contributing to their development while promoting effective cross-disciplinary communication.
Regularly document processes and share insights to help improve team workflows and knowledge sharing.
Required Qualifications:
Shipped at least one AAA title with 4+ years of professional animation experience in Maya
Strong understanding of third-person shooter mechanics and in-engine animation systems (state machines, blendspaces, animation graphs)
Proficient with run-time and procedural animation tools such as IK, Control Rig, retargeting, ragdolls, and motion matching
Experienced in Unreal Engine (2+ years), including scripting with Blueprints and/or C++, and solid foundation in vector math and code concepts.
Skilled at bridging disciplines with strong problem-solving and communication abilities.
Continuously up to date with the latest in Unreal, Maya, and animation technologies; portfolio demonstrating expertise.
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $108,000 and $152,500 per year. per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.
Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company's discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.
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As an equal opportunity employer, we are also committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the job application and/or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need to request reasonable accommodation.
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Auto-ApplyData Analytics Lead- Legal Operations
San Mateo, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
Data Analytics Lead- Legal Operations
San Mateo, CA (Hybrid)
Position Overview: We are seeking a Data Analytics Lead to join our global legal operations team. This role, based in our San Mateo office, will lead in the designing and building of the data analytics function within legal operations for a global legal team from the ground up.
Build and Execute Legal Data and Analytics Strategy: Play a key role in setting up data and analytics strategy from the ground up for SIE's legal function. The role will own enabling legal leadership and finance teams with creating data enabled frameworks with dashboards, designing and reporting key metrics for various sub-functions and reporting the progress on various initiatives through dashboards on pre-determined frequencies to legal and business leaders as part of MBRs and QBRs.
Data Analysis: Gather, interpret and analyze complex legal data (spending, tracking against PCP target budgets/contracts data analysis) to generate insights and support decision making at all levels with the Legal Group. In collection of data, this role will work with colleagues from legal and legal operations team globally to build APIs/webhooks based reporting.
Process Improvement through Data lens: Identify opportunities/gaps in our current processes (legal operations and the larger Legal team) from the lens of data - i.e., measuring and reporting inefficiencies through data and establishing desired outcomes at program level through data and related reporting.
Reporting/Visualization: Partner with Finance team on their strategic business/digital transformation projects, including building data lakes in Snowflake, to build dashboards from all legal data that would flow into Snowflake. The role will also work on creating a centralized dashboard from across all legal systems to reporting to SLT and will own the reporting piece.
Close Alignment with Finance: Work on a day-to-day basis for data collection, reporting, analysis and dashboards.
Training/Change Management: Lead creating and imparting trainings for story-telling through use of data based insights to Legal and Legal Operations teams using creative story telling strategies.
Special Projects: Lead special projects for the Director, Legal Operations and act as our interim PMO function.
Required Skills:
Analytical & Technical Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, deep proficiency with data analysis/visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau and familiarity with legal/privacy/compliance best in class applications (Simple Legal, Agiloft, Vantage, Ironclad, ServiceNow, NetDocs, eDiscovery, entity management RFP tools); Familiarity with data structures, file formats and programming languages (SQL or Python) and dashboard applications such as Tableau or PowerBI. Experience with Domo.
Data Management Skills: Experience with data collection, data transfer, maintaining data integrity and security standards in line with Sony Group and SIE requirements and market best practices.
Program Management/Project Management Skills: Added incentive for a PMP or Lean Six Sigma Project certification and experience in working or leading large scale business transformation/change management projects.
Legal Operations: Strong foundation in legal technology, legal operations, and working in a global matrixed large legal department.
Bonus Points: Excellent Understanding of evolving global benchmarks in Legal Operations: Deep understanding, interest and work/contributions in global data benchmarking initiatives in Legal Data, Legal Operations, Compliance, Privacy and related functions.
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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.$124,900-$187,300 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplyDirector of Program Management, Commerce
San Diego, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
Director of Program Management, Commerce San Diego, San Mateo, CA
PlayStation is evolving the way players discover, buy, and enjoy everything PlayStation across console, web, and mobile. We're hiring a Director, Program Management to lead complex, cross‑functional programs that power our end‑to‑end commerce experiences - from checkout and payments to subscriptions, pricing initiatives, and new market expansion.
This leader will be the program “source of truth,” driving clarity of scope, measurable outcomes, risk management, and delivery excellence across Product, Engineering, Design, Analytics, Finance, Legal/Privacy, InfoSec, and Operations. What you'll do:
Own the program lifecycle and business outcomes
Lead multiple, high‑visibility commerce programs from activation through value realization; establish the operating model, governance checkpoints, and reporting rhythm that keep teams aligned and unblocked.
Translate strategy into clear outcomes and KPIs that ladder to platform‑level metrics. Build dashboards and review cadences that make progress and impact visible.
Partner with Product & Analytics to run experimentation at scale (A/B and causal methods), define guardrails, and ensure trustworthy measurement that informs trade‑offs and sequencing.
Ship the platform capabilities that matter
Orchestrate delivery across checkout, payments & risk/fraud, order & fulfillment, catalog, subscriptions/entitlements, promotions/pricing, and post‑purchase journeys.
Ensure release readiness (E2E testing plans, operational runbooks, GTM comms, rollback paths) and land seasonal milestones without surprises.
Strengthen governance and execution
Manage programs with a a crisp 6‑week planning and delivery cadence with milestone health checks, decision logs, and change control.
Maintain a living risk, issue, and dependency register with probability×impact assessment, owners, and time‑bound mitigations.
Escalate early, frame options with data, and drive executive decisions that protect outcomes.
Align the business
Work horizontally across Mission Groups and external partners to rationalize roadmaps, surface cross‑program impacts, and sequence dependencies.
Communicate clearly up, down, and across - concise status, decisions, and asks that accelerate teams.
What we're looking for
12+ years leading large‑scale e‑commerce/platform or payments programs in consumer tech, gaming, or marketplace environments; 5+ years managing program managers.
Track record shipping multi‑quarter initiatives across web/mobile/console with complex systems (payments, tax, fraud, identity, entitlements, OMS).
Deep fluency in data‑driven delivery: setting outcome metrics/KPIs, building trustworthy measurement, and using experiments/observability to steer.
Mastery of program governance in hybrid Agile/Waterfall contexts: scope control, release orchestration, RACI, change management, and portfolio alignment.
Excellent cross‑functional leadership and executive communication; comfortable making and explaining trade‑offs in ambiguous, high‑stakes settings.
Nice to have: global payments and compliance (e.g., SCA/3DS, PCI), subscription platforms, experimentation platforms, commerce primitives/microservices, new country launch operations.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for 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. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$218,700-$328,100 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplyLead Producer
Los Angeles, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
Join the award-winning team that created God of War
The Production Team at Santa Monica Studio excels at creative problem solving and communication. Whether by being leaders of the craft of project management or partners who will clear the path ahead, the production team is here in service to the studio, to move development forward and achieve quality.
We are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Producer to join our team to be responsible for the development of an upcoming title. If you love collaborating with skilled developers to create defining games, join us as we embark upon a new journey!
As a partner to the Game Director, the Lead Producer is responsible for supervising all phases of production from concept to release and leading the internal team and external partners to ensure the delivery of a high-quality game on time and on budget. Our ideal candidate has a deep understanding of the complexities of game development and a proven track record of implementing efficient production processes to support teams in achieving greatness.
Responsibilities
Own the production of a large-scale AAA project:
Create and manage a strategic project plan, schedule, scope and resource forecast for all aspects of a complex production pipeline
Ensure clear cross-functional visibility, accurate dependency tracking and transparent communication of scope overages with outlined scenarios
Manage day-to-day production issues to allow the team to achieve the highest possible game quality - schedule and maintain tasking of departmental and interdisciplinary teams
Lead and direct senior producers and the entire Production team to balance resources, prioritize effectively and deliver games on time, within budget and at the SMS quality bar
Define, implement and enhance production processes, breakdown of goals and development timelines for all project phases to ensure smooth progress and identify potential risks
Present project updates regarding strategy, status, budget, quality and risks to studio leadership throughout all phases of development
Implement solutions to planning, budget and production issues independently as well as collaboratively
Lead day-to-day production through rigorous project planning, analytic thinking and information gathering:
Direct the planning of milestone schedules and project budget - foreseeing, recognizing and addressing obstacles and overages
Represent the overall project status, guiding the entire development team towards the overall project goals
Lead the Production team by setting a high standard and inspiring excellence, while actively seeking innovative and streamlined solutions to development challenges
Set goals and priorities to align the team with project objectives, ensuring they stay focused and well-informed
Engage in hands-on production planning and support content development where needed
Evaluate project scope and make recommendations to Game Directors and Studio Leadership to find a path forward to deliver the highest quality possible on time and on budget
Partner with a wide range of team members to further current and future product development needs:
Collaborate with the Game Director to bring the creative vision for the game to life
Organize the efforts of Sr Producers to identify, track and mitigate key development risks
Work closely with Leads, Directors and Managers to provide clear insight into project progress and team effectiveness, ensuring that deliverables are met with high quality and on time
Collaborate with supporting groups and services including central content creation teams, publishing, community, marketing, PR, finance and legal ensuring dependencies are clear and deliverables are met
Skills
Project Management Craftsmanship
Mastery of a variety of production methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) coupled with deep experience building and maintaining schedules and project plans
Strong project management capability with demonstrated experience successfully running complex project plans and processes over extended development cycles
Excellent organizational & prioritization skills, attention to detail and process knowledge
Experience with Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel), JIRA, Confluence and other project tracking and bug database software
Communication & Collaboration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively across product development and management teams
Experience working with creative teams known for their outstanding achievements and demonstrated ability to effectively partner on a successful, collaborative team
Strong conflict management skills with a strength in mediation leading to resolution of risk and roadblocks
Education & Experience
10+ years of games industry experience in an internal development environment in a production role or equivalent
Experience on multiple large scale, 150+ person AAA games through all phases of production from concept to release or equivalent
At least one shipped AAA console and/or PC title as a Lead Producer or equivalent
Extensive understanding of game development, including the various challenges faced during the development process
Ability to balance out short-term needs and long-term vision with high velocity
Four-year undergraduate college degree or equivalent qualifications
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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.$189,100-$283,700 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplySenior Data Scientist - Data Journalism
Remote or San Mateo, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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 Data Scientist, Data Journalism
San Mateo, CA (hybrid)*
This position will also require onsite work at least one day/week at our San Mateo location.
As a Senior Data Scientist focused on Data Journalism in the Product Data Science team, you will be working at the forefront of data science to uncover and share important data stories by exploring user behavior across the PlayStation ecosystem and discovering and communicating new information about our users and our ecosystem that will advance our company's ability to use data.
You will work with team members and internal customers to harness your knowledge of data communication and data analysis techniques in order to unravel complex phenomenon and inform decision making throughout the company that will help create a personalized, joyous experience for PlayStation users around the world.
Responsibilities:
Identify and bring to life data stories that are present but unexplored in the team's output in a way that is both accurate and approachable.
Use impactful visuals and concise narratives to create compelling stories for technical and non-technical audiences in product management, partner services, commerce, strategy, data, and engineering departments.
Explore PlayStation data to ensure that you are using the best source of data for your analyses and maintaining awareness of any issues of interpretation that may arise.
Perform ad-hoc analyses on petabytes of complex data.
Learn new tools as appropriate and determine how best to convey your stories in the tools and formats that are available to you.
Develop a thorough understanding of the business, our products, partners, and users, how information flows through the company, and how the PDS team contributes to and supplements that flow.
Provide critical information to diverse audiences to inform decision making, increase understanding of our ecosystem, and inspire action and innovation.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Strong understanding of data manipulation techniques, including intermediate or advanced understanding of SQL and Python or other similar languages.
Excellent data storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, engaging, insightful narratives.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Proficiency with data visualization tools.
Experience working with large, complex datasets.
Keen sense of what data stories should be told and how to tell them.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the desire and ability to work collaboratively with people from different areas of expertise and build and maintain relationships with a variety of partners and internal customers.
Strong business sense and interest in what we do and how we do it.
Ability to adapt your thinking when faced with new evidence.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of the gaming industry or related domain areas (e.g., media or entertainment).
Familiarity with Streamlit or similar frameworks.
Experience working closely with data scientists and/or data engineers.
Experience working in a global environment.
Ability to influence without authority.
*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. We will consider fully remote candidates who are able to come in for 'Moments that Matter'.
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Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for 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. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$182,500-$273,700 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplyCorporate Counsel, Privacy & Data
Remote or Los Angeles, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a Corporate Counsel, Privacy & Data in Los Angeles, CA to act as advisor and legal counselor to other attorneys at SIE and to business units processing personal data. Requires a Juris Doctor or equivalent and three (3) years of experience developing privacy strategy to meet changing global privacy requirements; advising in a global, multi-jurisdictional product development program across regions with diverse regulatory frameworks; leading privacy review of new products, features, and services to advise on emerging products and technologies; leading internal trainings on privacy related regulatory requirements; working with the relevant privacy laws of the United States and Canada, and advising on the requirements of the U.S. FTC Act and COPPA, California's CCPA and similar state laws, and Canada's PIPEDA and its provincial equivalents; spotting privacy issues in EMEA and APAC, including EU and UK GDPRs, and EU ePrivacy directive and EECC; analyzing new privacy laws and regulatory guidance on applying existing requirements to emerging technologies; resolving consumer complaints and regulatory investigations, including providing guidance on individual cases, and drafting communications with regulators; conducting internal investigations into reports of inappropriate or unauthorized access, data misuse, and personal data loss or disclosure, including assessing potential liability, identifying legal obligations, and supporting incident response efforts; evaluating and conducting due diligence on third-party vendors and technology providers; negotiating and managing contractual relationships with third parties, including advising attorneys on privacy aspects of contracts; advising on privacy implications of advertising technologies and practices; and advising internal business teams on the use and development of AI, machine learning, and biometric tools. Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies. Sony is an EOE.
Salary range: $255,750.00 - $288,500.00/year
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.
Auto-ApplySenior Applied Scientist - NBA 2K
2K job in Novato, CA
Who We Are
2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K's portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters,
action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of 2K's portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA ️ 2K, renowned BioShock ️ , Borderlands ️ , Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization ️ and XCOM ️ brands; popular WWE ️ 2K and WWE ️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin 2K25, as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR ️ 2K.
At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don't meet every requirement
for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!
What We Need
The Applied AI Team within 2K's Product Organization is seeking a Sr. Applied Scientist to contribute to the continued innovation behind our flagship title, NBA 2K. This team builds production-grade algorithmic systems that directly shape the player experience. Our work spans core areas such as:
Matchmaking
In-game experience personalization
Player engagement
In-game economy
Content optimization
Fraud detection
We combine techniques from machine learning, statistics, operations research, and economics, and partner closely with engineering, game design, and LiveOps to bring AI-driven decisioning to life across the game.
What You'll Do
Research, build, and deploy advanced machine learning and optimization models to improve gameplay and player engagement.
Work across areas like matchmaking, ranking systems, personalization, and in-game economy modeling.
Collaborate with game development, LiveOps, tech and data engineers, and product managers to scope high-impact problems and deliver solutions.
Lead technical discussions, advocate for best practices in model development and deployment, and ensure scientific rigor.
Stay informed on state-of-the-art techniques, evaluate their applicability, and lead efforts to integrate promising methods into our systems.
What Will Make You a Great Fit
We are seeking a hands-on senior scientist who combines deep technical expertise in machine learning with strong product sense and a track record of delivering high-impact, production-ready solutions. You are comfortable leading projects independently and thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
Requirements:
Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Math, Physics, Operations Research, or a related discipline.
4+ years of experience in applied science, machine learning, or data science roles, including experience deploying ML models in production environments.
Strong background in machine learning (traditional and/or deep learning), statistical modeling, and experimentation.
Proficiency in Python and SQL; experience with distributed computing (e.g., Spark).
Working knowledge of ML frameworks like scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and pipeline tools for model training and deployment.
Demonstrated ability to own projects end-to-end and deliver measurable business value.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Preferred Qualifications (Helpful, but Not Required):
Experience with discrete optimization, reinforcement learning, recommender systems, and simulation-based modeling.
Familiarity with production ML infrastructure, including cloud services (AWS), containerization, and model orchestration/serving.
Knowledge of the gaming industry and experience working with game-related AI solutions.
Interest in basketball and a willingness to engage with video games as products.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation. Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts. The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $140,000 - $173,000 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company's discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.
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Auto-ApplySpecialist, Music Partnerships and Licensing
2K job in Los Angeles, CA
Who We Are
2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K's portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of 2K's portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA ️ 2K, renowned BioShock ️, Borderlands ️, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization ️ and XCOM ️ brands; popular WWE ️ 2K and WWE ️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin 2K25, as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR ️ 2K
At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don't meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!
What We Need
The Music Partnerships and Licensing team at 2K seeks an organized and entrepreneurial individual to manage music partnerships and licensing deals across all 2K titles. You will coordinate music deals of all sizes and work with musicians, music entities, brands, and athletes. Your strategic vision will strengthen our IP, ensure efficient licensing operations, and deliver creative value to our consumers. This role is located in our Culver City, California office and requires working in the office three days per week.
Identify and communicate partnership-specific requirements and timelines across the Partnership Team and Business Units as they relate to music.
Collaborate with legal counsel (internal and external) on all contract needs, including the coordination and preparation of music agreements.
Review all agreements and license terms to ensure compliance and favorable conditions.
Secure quotes for synchronization of music for marketing trailers, in-game soundtracks, and social media promotions.
Pitch studios and products requiring custom music and guide the creative direction for trailer music.
Refer new composers and artists to the studios and the 2K Central Audio team.
Coordinate with the Ratings Team on the in-game music approval process.
Organize and track all agreements, invoicing, and records. Maintain an excellent record of all uses of music across the brand.
Track uses of music across all in-game and external marketing for 2K (both master and sync).
Report on rights, fees, and terms in place on all music licenses across 2K brand projects.
Handle and safeguard highly confidential and proprietary information.
Curate and onboard new clients and enthusiastically maintain existing client relationships.
Research future productions and music trends within the industry.
Represent 2K Music by attending events and gatherings to meet and build relationships, including necessary travel within and outside the U.S.
Oversee vendor onboarding and payment process.
Participate in the accounting process with the Outsourcing team on licensing Purchase Orders and invoices.
Work with Finance as needed for any reporting they may request.
Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit
Demonstrated aptitude for high-level organization and record-keeping across multiple studios and departments in a very busy and challenging environment.
Ability to prioritize and respond to rapidly changing priorities, execute immediately on tasks, and adhere to strict deadlines across diverse assignments.
Current and extensive knowledge of the musical landscape, including artists, labels, and music industry business standards and practices.
Prior Experience (A Plus): Experience with music services such as creative music supervision, song clearance & licensing, or cue sheet management is a significant advantage.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to seek out new leads independently.
A collaborative personality that contributes well to a team setting, is actively communicative, and is willing to dive into necessary tasks.
Client-focused with a high emotional intelligence (EQ), capable of navigating the unique dynamics of working with creative professionals and providing intelligent, out-of-the-box solutions.
Rigorous and organized work style with exacting standards and integrity.
A strong passion for music
Demonstrated creativity and curiosity to drive innovative partnerships.
A willingness to work efficiently under pressure and be flexible with hours when needed.
Preferred skills:
A degree in music business or equivalent 3-5 years in music licensing at comparable level at a label or publisher.
A demonstrated understanding of music licensing (sync) and overall understanding of music business precedent for digital and sync
A self-motivated starter who can take on challenges and projects independently and drive results confidently
Strong skills in Excel/Sheets, Power Point/Slides
Strong communication and organization skills with an understanding of accountability for information crucial to our efficiency and success
A can-do attitude in a challenging and very busy environment
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $78,900 and $116,760 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company's discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.
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Auto-ApplySpecialist, Global Community & Creators - NBA 2K
2K job in Novato, CA
Who We Are
2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K's portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of 2K's portfolio which currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA ️ 2K, renowned BioShock ️, Borderlands ️, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization ️ and XCOM ️ brands; popular WWE ️ 2K and WWE ️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin 2K25, as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR ️ 2K.
At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don't meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!
What We Need
NBA 2K is looking for an analytical and content-savvy Specialist to join our Global Community & Creators team. This is a great entry point for a passionate community builder who lives and breathes games-including NBA 2K-understands what makes players tick, recognizes how creators shape the player experience in and out of the game, and values the importance of nurturing healthy and engaged communities to facilitate meaningful interactions between NBA 2K and our fans.
You'll help bring creator opportunities to life for the NBA 2K franchise, operate our official community platforms, support player feedback loops, and ensure community voices are surfaced to cross-functional stakeholders including Communications, Product Marketing, Event Production, Customer Support, and Social teams.
What You Will Do
Platforms and Tools
Help manage daily operations of official NBA 2K communities, including Discord (discord.gg/nba2k) and Twitch (twitch.tv/nba2k).
Support moderation efforts and contribute to a welcoming, well-run member experience.
Use Discord bots and similar app integrations to enhance engagement.
Monitor fan-run communities to identify healthy opportunities for official participation.
Conceptualize and execute plans to improve our presence on the Steam Community.
Maintain tools and collaborate with external agencies used across the team's projects, such as analytics, moderation, playtests, creator discovery, and deliverable tracking.
Player Feedback
Help execute community surveys and track fan wishlists to capture qualitative and quantitative learnings.
Support documentation for Player Council workshops and playtests that deliver actionable insights to Studio and Marketing teams.
Monitor player conversations and escalate rising issues to internal stakeholders to support reactive comms.
Events & Livestreams
Assist in the execution of Community & Creators events (e.g.
NBA 2K Community Day
preview events and Player Council workshops), including on-site logistics and virtual programming like Q&As.
Support livestream guest and tournament contestant coordination.
Drive supplemental engagement during livestreams through chat interactions and giveaway management.
Contribute to post-event analyses and identify key successes and areas for improvement.
Creators & Content
Assist in organizing creator-driven opportunities that empower UGC creation and educate players.
Coordinate asset delivery and timelines for commissioned content supporting Studio initiatives and Marketing beats.
Track performance of creator video and livestream content for campaigns across YouTube, TikTok, X, and Instagram to inform reporting.
Support creator discovery and help maintain a database of vetted, current partners.
Use player knowledge to contribute to content copywriting, especially for ‘edutainment' and product-focused pieces.
Organize Twitch Drops and similar creator/streamer engagement campaigns.
Who We Believe Will Be A Great Fit
1-2 years of experience in Community or Creator Relations, content production, or player support, ideally in gaming. Internships count!
Strong understanding of NBA 2K (or comparable live/sports game franchises) is required.
Knowledge of the tools and best practices across community and content platforms (Discord, Twitch, YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, Steam, etc).
Comfortable using spreadsheets, collaborative tools like G Suite, and project management tools.
Fundamental knowledge in Adobe creative apps (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is a plus.
Strong organizational and written communication skills.
Passionate about fostering positive player experiences through engaged communities.
Enthusiastic about building creator-driven opportunities and producing scalable content.
Curious, proactive, and eager to grow!
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.
Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $65,700 and $97,260 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company's discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.
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Auto-ApplyStaff Portfolio Insights & Analytics Lead
San Mateo, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
Staff Portfolio Insights & Analytics Lead San Mateo, CA
The Portfolio Insights & Analytics Lead will elevate the Platform Business organization's Portfolio Management capabilities by turning data into strategic insights. This role will develop predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that shape portfolio investment decisions across the Platform Business organization. Acting as a bridge between raw data and executive decision-making, this role will influence how the Platform Business allocates resources to maximize long-term value and transformation.
Responsibilities
Translate complex data sets into clear, actionable insights that support portfolio prioritization, rebalancing, and long-term planning.
Build and maintain financial and operational models to forecast portfolio outcomes under various scenarios, helping leadership evaluate trade-offs.
Develop and maintain resource utilization and capacity models to inform portfolio planning, workforce allocation, and investment optimization decisions.
Prepare high-impact presentations and briefings for Platform Business executives that communicate portfolio health, risks, and opportunities in a clear narrative.
Partner with Finance, Corp Planning, PFB Office, and business units to align on investment principles, metrics, and decision-making frameworks.
Drive analysis for quarterly portfolio reviews, surfacing insights that inform pivot, pause, or double-down recommendations.
Incorporate external data - technology trends, competitor moves, macroeconomic factors - into portfolio outlooks to ensure future-proofing.
Champion the evolution of portfolio management methods (e.g., prioritization frameworks, KPI design, outcome measurement) to raise decision-making rigor across SIE.
Provide analytical guidance to peers and influence broader organizational adoption of data-informed decision-making.
Act as a thought partner to senior leaders, ensuring the portfolio strategy is supported by evidence and foresight.
Collaborate with the Staff Portfolio Data Analyst to align data definitions, ensure quality inputs, and validate analytical assumptions supporting decision models.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Analytics, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
7-10 years of experience in portfolio analysis, strategic finance, or corporate strategy in a technology-driven environment.
Proven expertise in financial modeling, ROI frameworks, and outcome-based investment analysis.
Strong skills in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Tableau/PowerBI).
Experience in workforce or resource capacity modeling to inform strategic planning and prioritization.
Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence executives through clear storytelling and data-driven recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally with data, finance, and program delivery teams to integrate analysis into operational decisions.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for 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. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$188,600-$283,000 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplyJunior Test Engineer (Contract)
San Diego, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
Junior Test Engineer (12-Month Contract)
Onsite at San Diego Studios
Reports to: Test Engineering Manager / Test Engineering Lead
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Test Automation Support & Execution
• Create and maintain automated test scripts with guidance from senior engineers. • Help identify test cases that can be automated. • Contribute to increasing automation coverage across projects through routine test execution and updates.
Working With Automation Frameworks
• Use existing automation frameworks to build reliable, reusable tests. • Assist in maintaining framework components and fixing minor issues as you grow your skills. • Collaborate with developers and QA teams to ensure automated tests fit smoothly into the development workflow.
Quality, Coding Practices & Reliability
• Follow the team's coding and automation standards to ensure consistent, maintainable tests. • Participate in code reviews to learn best practices and improve test quality. • Help ensure automated tests contribute to overall product stability and release confidence.
Collaboration, Growth & Continuous Learning
• Work closely with developers and QA teams to introduce automation earlier in the development process. • Seek mentorship and feedback from experienced engineers to improve your technical and testing abilities. • Stay curious and open to learning new tools, technologies, and AI-assisted testing approaches.
Required Skills and Capabilities
• Basic proficiency in at least one programming language used in test automation (e.g., C#, Java). • Some experience writing automated tests or working with automation frameworks (coursework, projects, or internships are welcome). • Familiarity with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and how automated tests fit into build pipelines. • A basic understanding of how to identify good candidates for test automation. • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical teammates. • A desire to learn and grow in test automation, including exploring new methods such as AI-assisted testing.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for 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. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$40.40-$50.50 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplyCreative Director - Darkpaw Games
San Diego, CA job
Job Description
Creative Director
Studio/Department: Darkpaw Games/Live Development
Employee Type: Full Time, Regular
Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000, pay may vary on location.
ABOUT OUR STUDIO
Our headquarters is where the gaming culture and Southern California lifestyle meet, creating a vibrant work environment that epitomizes our belief that every day should be well played. Daybreak San Diego is the home of Darkpaw Games, creators of the legendary EverQuest and EverQuest II games. This is also the home of Rogue Planet Games, developer of the award-winning MMOFPS PlanetSide 2.
The perks of working at Daybreak San Diego extend well beyond the beautiful weather in this prime location. Access to the local gym, as well as on-site fitness classes, game nights, and a strong appreciation for the local craft brew scene (we even turned one of our original game servers into an on-site kegerator) are just some of the ways that make working at Daybreak (San Diego) exciting! Working here is about being part of a community.
Find out more about our studio at **********************
Description
The Creative Director will provide creative leadership for game aesthetics, mechanics, design, and story for Darkpaw Games, located in San Diego, CA. In partnership with the Darkpaw Games Creative and Leadership teams, this person will also help attract and retain the best creative gaming talent around. This position will:
Provide visionary oversight and creative direction for an unannounced title within Darkpaw Games.
Establish and refine the high-level core gameplay loops.
Advise on and develop supplementary systems that reinforce gameplay loops that focus on core pillars of the game:
Community and Teamwork - Working together and building social bonds to achieve things that you can't do (or is very hard to do) on your own.
Fairness - You perform certain gameplay actions, put the time in, "work" hard and you get rewarded, your accomplishments and achievements are never taken away.
Escape and Exploration - We build alternative worlds where players can take a break from real life or want to get a feeling of exploring something new with a sense of danger (high fantasy exploration).
Maintain knowledge of the global game market and use to influence and add value to our product offerings.
Assist with the recruitment of key talent and grow and mentor the Design team.
Lead creative teams to establish and meet key milestones with expected quality, budget, and time standards.
Required Experience & Skills
10+ years of direct game development experience.
Proven success from previously released titles.
Relevant experience in achieving results via strong leadership.
Ability to motivate teams and build consensus.
Ability to design and elaborate on core gameplay loops and design systems that reinforce the loop from end-to-end.
Effective and positive interpersonal skills.
Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Experience developing MMO games.
Strong portfolio of work in current game engines UE4/5.
Ability to assist with systems, level, and narrative design when the situation arises.
Experience working on PC and console games.
Experience developing procedurally generated content.
Preferred Skills:
Experience developing games on pre-existing IP.
Previous experience with building a game from concept to release.
Feel like you are a match for this role, but don't meet all the requirements and pluses? We encourage fresh viewpoints, so as long as you can show us how your attitude and other skills make up for any gaps, we still want to see your application!
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide , EverQuest , and Dungeons and Dragons Online , Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Studios, Rogue Planet Gaming Studio, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience! Find out more about our company at **********************
Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities
Daybreak Game Company will never ask applicants for social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or through online messaging apps (WhatsApp, Hangouts). We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. Please contact Daybreak Game Company's People & Culture team at
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if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.
**Daybreak Game Company, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.**
Easy ApplyData Entry Computer Job - Work from Home Part Time
Remote or Barnstable Town, MA job
Work from Home Administration - Computer Online Data Entry & Short Studies/Feedback - Part Time & Full Timeï» Work - No Experience Needed, Training Provided We specialize in market research and are looking for help in some of our work at home computer positions. We are currently looking for individuals interested in participating in remote short studies and data entry/feedback for our company and our industry partners. No experience is required as we provide full training through our online Zoom training.
Salary: Data Entry Work from Home - Part Time Computer Job
Based on experience, this position pays up to $34.00 per hour.
Some of the Industries in Which We Work.
* Administration
* Aerospace - Aviation & Atmosphere Science
* Air Travelers & Airlines - International & Domestic Carriers
* Amazon
* Apparel/Accessories/Textiles - Online/Retail/Remote
* Automotive - Design, Development, Manufacturing
* Beverage Beverage Industry - Trends, Formulations & Technology
* Candy/Confectionery - Chocolate ,Sugar, Gum Products
* Computers - Information and Online Communication Technology
* Customer Service
* Data Entry & Analytics
* Education - Instruction and Training - Work from Home Programs
* Film/Movie - Production, Film festivals, Distribution
* Health Care - Public & Home Care
* Manufacturing - Raw Materials & Machinery
* Marketing & Study Design
* Outdoor Gear - Outdoor Gear & Equipment
* Pet Foods/Supplies/Pet Owners
* Restaurants/Food Service
* Travel/Tourism - Local/International
* Toys - Industry Trends/Changes
Qualifications:
* Must have high speed internet with good working connection.
* Must have a home desktop/laptop or smart phone with functioning camera & microphone.
* Must have a quiet work space.
Skills:
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Excellent organizational skills.
* Knowledge of basic computer programs and basic typing abilities including email response and data entry.
* Ability to handle sensitive information.
* Pays attention to detail and able to submit work without error.
Job Perks:
* No commute when working from your home office.
* No experience required. All positions come with full training.
* Options to meet with groups or join in online.
* Options to choose hours and whether you work part -time up to full -time.
* Explore what is coming to market and help companies improve products & services.
* Growth in companies through participation & seniority.
More About Us.
Before a business ramps up production and begins an expensive marketing campaign, they look to find answers from real -world consumers. They want to know such things as what age group would most likely purchase the item they're selling and what income bracket does that age group fall into? Maybe they want to know how often one would need their service and in what parts of the country do these individuals live.
So, how do we go about helping find these answers? Well we have an array of tools we use to pinpoint the needs of our customers. We use concept testing, tracking studies, choice modelling, risk analysis, advertisement research, online surveys and focus groups to name a few. But none of these work unless we have participants who are willing to answer questions, join focus group zoom meetings or even test products hands -on and provide feedback. We also need assistance creating questions that serve to extract information from future consumers. We need help in extrapolating raw data from surveys, entering data into software and interpreting what it all means. We need all kinds of help and the best part is that all the work we need done can be done from your home office.
If you feel like you have interest in working remotely and in temporary part -time or full -time positions, feel free to submit your application. You could become an integral member helping businesses understand their market and ultimately locating their next customer.
Director of Human Resources
San Diego, CA job
Job Description
Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000
Director of Human Resources
Department: Human Resources
Employee Type: Full Time, Regular
ABOUT OUR STUDIO
Our headquarters is where the gaming culture and Southern California lifestyle meet, creating a vibrant work environment that epitomizes our belief that every day should be well played. Daybreak San Diego is the home of Darkpaw Games, creators of the legendary EverQuest and EverQuest II games. This is also the home of Rogue Planet Games, developer of the award-winning MMOFPS PlanetSide 2.
The perks of working at Daybreak San Diego extend well beyond the beautiful weather in this prime location. Access to the local gym, as well as on-site fitness classes, game nights, and a strong appreciation for the local craft brew scene (we even turned one of our original game servers into an on-site kegerator) are just some of the ways that make working at Daybreak (San Diego) exciting! Working here is about being part of a community.
Find out more about our studio at **********************
Description
The Director of Human Resources is responsible for managing the company's HR plans in ways that support our mission and overall strategy in the People and Culture department at San Diego. This position will be responsible for:
Develop strategic HR plans and policies (recruitment, training, compensation etc.)
Develop plans for organizational growth structure
Develop and implement performance/change management plans
Decide and act on initiatives for equal opportunity, diversity, etc.
Assume responsibility of labor and employee relations
Ensure all procedures comply with regulations and best practices
Analyze the effectiveness of HR operations and policies
Re-engineer processes to ensure maximum efficiency
Assess and anticipate human resources-related needs
Develop and nurture partnerships through human resources to bridge the divide between management and employees
Provide input on workforce and succession planning as well as plans business unit restructuring
Provide proactive support, coaching and consultation in the development and implementation of key business and HR objectives and initiatives that affect human capital management and development, improve organizational performance, managerial and organizational capabilities.
Act as point of contact and coordinate all disciplinary and grievance queries.
Partner with management to explain and illustrate various HR policies, procedures, and legal regulations.
Ensure accurate employee records maintenance
Drive end to end employee life cycle management from onboarding to offboarding
Lead negotiations with relevant HR consultancy agencies such as benefits and insurance companies
Plan, organize, and control activities and actions of the HR department including oversight of department goals, objectives, systems and budget
2-3 Days in office required
What craft expertise you'll have
Experience with performance/change management
Experience managing and administering HRIS, ATS systems and maintaining HR intranet
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in HR / OD consulting / counselling, leadership, coaching, facilitation, project management, labor relations, grievance management, and employment law
Experience in strategic planning and implementation
Deep knowledge of HR functions (talent management, recruitment etc.)
Tools/Technology /Knowledge
Aptitude in communicating and public speaking
Other Criteria
Years of Experience, Education, and/or Certification…
BSc/BA in business, HR, social sciences or related field; MSc/MA/MBA is preferable
8+ years of progressive HR experience including 5+ years in HR management at companies with over 100 employees
Certification (e.g. PHR/SPHR) is a plus
Additionally, you should possess
Strong communication
Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Well-organized with excellent leadership qualities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint functionalities
We invite you to get in the game with us and help us make exciting experiences!
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide , EverQuest , and Dungeons and Dragons Online , Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Studios, Rogue Planet Gaming Studio, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience! Find out more about our company at **********************
Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities
Daybreak Game Company will never ask applicants for social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or through online messaging apps (WhatsApp, Hangouts). We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. Please contact Daybreak Game Company's People & Culture team at ************************ if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.
**Daybreak Game Company, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.**
Easy ApplySDET Contractor
San Mateo, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
SDET Contractor San Mateo, CA
Do you have a passion for quality? We are looking for self-motivated, quick-starter and highly proactive individuals to join our full stack team, who will be testing new and existing features on multiple platforms and devices in a software development environment and ensuring quality of automation and test frameworks.
At PlayStation, we are passionate about both collaboration and technology. We love building the systems that millions of people use and are our own first customers. We strive to be at the forefront of development technologies and are a diverse company with teams on four continents.
Responsibilities:
Create, maintain, and execute test plan, test cases to ensure the quality of new features
Passionate about Quality and strive to improve processes, generate new standards, and drive their usage within the teams.
Partner with dev team to ensure test coverage and build test plans that help deliver high quality features
Review product requirements and technical design documents to understand how the feature works on the PlayStation console and create effective testing strategies
Collaborate with distributed teams for multi-functional test plan design and execution
Report, track and verify defects
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge
3+ years or equivalent experience in QA methodologies and experience developing and executing comprehensive test suites for system software.
Experience with Agile methodologies.
Experience with test case management systems & JIRA database systems
Experience with automation using any programming language: Java, Python, etc
Experience using source control (esp. Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins or Circle CI)
Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with at least one modern web application framework, preferably React
Experience developing or testing a non-PC device (phone/game console/set-top box, etc.)
Knowledge and experience testing APIs and Service Oriented architecture
Profile (Non-Technical)
Ability to work quickly, productively, and independently in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team with minimum direction with strong work ethic
A passion for robust code
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.
At SIE, working with our partners, 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 individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$58-$87 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplySr Destruction and Simulation Animator, Breakables (Contract)
Los Angeles, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
Join the award-winning team that created God of War
Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced breakables animator for the development of a new unannounced title!
This is an opportunity to contribute to the artistic vision and development of our products, with a specialized focus on creating high-quality destruction simulations and breakable assets for both cinematics and gameplay.
As a Senior Destruction and Simulation Animator, you will effectively collaborate with a wide range of development team members outside of your direct discipline, such as the Art Director, VFX Supervisors, Technical Artists, Animators, Programmers, and Producers, to achieve artistic goals and technical implementation in relation to design and technological considerations.
Responsibilities
Create sophisticated destruction simulations and breakable assets for in-game use, spanning from small-scale environmental destruction to large-scale cinematic set pieces, maintaining artistic direction and vision through all phases of development
Develop and execute procedural destruction workflows using Houdini, creating reusable HDAs (Houdini Digital Assets) and simulation setups that can be efficiently integrated into the game engine and used across multiple projects
Model, texture, and animate destruction elements using Maya and Houdini, ensuring seamless integration with existing art pipelines and maintaining consistency with the overall visual style and quality standards
Support asset integration, optimization, LODs, and collision for level design
Collaborate closely with the Tech Art team to optimize destruction simulations for real-time performance, balancing visual fidelity with technical constraints and frame-rate requirements
Partner with Design and Narrative teams to ensure destruction elements serve both narrative and mechanical purposes, creating compelling visual storytelling moments while supporting gameplay objectives
Serve as a contributor to the development of artistic techniques and processes utilized to create destruction and simulation assets within the studio, drawing from comprehensive knowledge of physics simulation pipelines and all engine tools and systems
Possess strong time management and prioritization skills, collaborating with the Production group to develop task lists, ensuring destruction asset assignments progress in alignment with schedules, milestones, and overall project goals
Clearly communicate updates and escalate technical or artistic concerns to appropriate team members and managers while representing the studio professionally in all communications
Take ownership of specific destruction categories or simulation types and facilitate requests or information needs regarding any aspect of the destruction creation process
Requirements
5+ years of professional experience in destruction simulation, VFX, or technical animation with demonstrated expertise in creating breakable assets for interactive media
Expert proficiency in Houdini for simulation work, including rigid body dynamics, fluid simulations, particle systems, and HDA creation
Proficient in Maya for basic modeling, animation, and asset pipeline integration
Strong understanding of game engine integration and real-time performance optimization constraints
Excellent aesthetic sense with the ability to create physical dynamics, natural phenomena, and impactful destruction sequences
Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work independently under minimal direction
Self-motivated with the ability to adapt to various destruction types and collaborate effectively across multiple departments
Preferred Experience
Shipped AAA game(s) or games with high-quality destruction and VFX standards, with demonstrable contribution to destruction systems or breakable content
Experience with additional simulation software like Blender, Pull Down It (PDI)
Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, MEL, VEX) for pipeline automation and tool creation
Understanding of material systems and shader creation for destruction elements, including damage states, debris, and particle effects
Experience with motion capture cleanup, rigging, and/or keyframe animation for enhanced destruction storytelling
Background in traditional VFX or film industry with transferable skills in large-scale destruction simulation
Understanding of physics principles and real-world destruction behavior to inform artistic choices and improve simulation authenticity
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Avoid Recruitment Scams/Phishing Attempts:
Please be aware that any official outreach in response to your application will always be done from *********** email address. Always make sure to double check the spelling on Sony is correct and the characters have not been replaced with any numbers/symbols before replying.
Anyone using an email that is ************* is not affiliated with us and should be reported either via the platform they are contacting you on or directly to your email service as a phishing attempt/scam.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.
At SIE, working with our partners, 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 individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$57.98-$86.92 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplySr. Director, Data Platform Engineering & Operations
San Diego, CA job
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 PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, 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.
Sr. Director Data Platform Engineering & Operations
San Diego, CA
The Sr. Director Data Platform Engineering & Operations is a critical leadership role at SIE, responsible for driving innovation and scalability across the company's data and AI platform ecosystem. This role oversees platforms including Data Infrastructure (Streaming, Ingestion, Warehouse, and Data Ocean), Experimentation and Audience Platforms, and Governance & Data Observability tools.
In this role, you will ensure SIE's platforms process massive volumes of data, delivering insights that enhance Player, Creator, Publisher, and Enterprise experiences. By enabling data-driven decisions at scale, you will drive the future of personalized gaming, efficient operations, and enterprise productivity through advanced AI and machine learning technologies.
As a strategic leader, you will define and execute the vision for SIE's data and AI platform ecosystem, ensuring scalable solutions that support key business objectives across gaming, content creation, and enterprise operations. Reporting to the VP of Data & AI, you will lead global teams of engineers and experts to build platforms that democratize data and transform decision-making across the company. Priority consideration will be given to candidates with proven experience in a previous or current Sr. Director level role.
This highly cross-functional role works closely with senior leadership in engineering, product, and business to align the platform ecosystem with the organization's strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Define the long-term vision for SIE's Data and AI Platform ecosystem, aligning with business goals and driving value across Player, Creator, Publisher, and Enterprise touchpoints.
Lead the development of platforms that process large-scale, real-time data from millions of users, delivering insights to enhance gaming experiences, content creation, and enterprise productivity.
Build scalable platforms for personalized player experiences, content creation tools, and enterprise efficiency, optimizing performance and cost-effectiveness.
Platform Development & Operations:
Provide thought leadership in the design, architecture, and execution of the platform ecosystem, ensuring innovation and seamless integration with SIE's global gaming services and enterprise operations.
Ensure platforms are optimized for performance, scalability, and reliability, processing billions of data points daily across Player, Creator, Publisher, and Enterprise activities.
Champion operational excellence by driving continuous improvements in platform cost efficiency, performance, and security to support SIE's global user base.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Collaborate with senior leaders to deliver data and AI solutions that drive value across gaming, content creation, and enterprise operations.
Work with teams to ensure data platforms improve engagement, content creation, monetization, and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with privacy, security, and regulatory requirements while supporting scalable data operations.
Innovation & Efficiency:
Lead efforts to optimize platform performance, reduce costs, and improve data accessibility across gaming and enterprise operations.
Implement innovative solutions to scale data operations and maximize value from Player, Creator, Publisher, and Enterprise data.
Drive AI/ML adoption to enhance gaming experiences, content discovery, operational efficiency, and enterprise workflows.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
Experience:
Technical Expertise:
15+ years of experience in data engineering, platform engineering, or related fields, with deep expertise in designing and building distributed data systems and large-scale data warehouses.
Proven track record of architecting platforms capable of processing petabytes of data and supporting the real-time ingestion and processing of billions of data points daily across gaming and enterprise domains.
Extensive experience in building and scaling cloud-native architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) for data platforms, with a strong focus on high availability, fault tolerance, and cost-efficiency.
Demonstrated success in growing and evolving data platforms to meet the needs of a rapidly scaling business, ensuring data-driven decisions are made at all levels of the organization.
Extensive experience with Kafka for data streaming and real-time data ingestion.
Strong hands-on knowledge of Databricks and Snowflake for scalable data engineering, analytics, and cloud data warehousing.
Proven experience making buy vs. build decisions, assessing in-house development versus integrating third-party platforms based on cost, scalability, and business needs.
Expertise with Data Governance tools such as Alation and Collibra for managing data catalogs, compliance, and data quality.
Knowledge and experience with Data Observability tools to monitor data pipelines and ensure data accuracy, reliability, and transparency.
Experience with experimentation platforms such as Optimizely, Statsig, and LaunchDarkly, with a focus on A/B testing and feature management.
Expertise in AI/ML platforms like AWS SageMaker and Databricks MLflow for machine learning model development, deployment, and MLOps practices.
Leadership & Strategic Skills:
Proven leadership (in a prior Sr. Director level role strongly preferred) building and leading high-performing global engineering teams, balancing short-term execution with long-term strategic growth.
Strong strategic mindset, translating business objectives into scalable technical solutions that deliver value across the organization.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, driving impactful solutions across engineering, product, and business teams.
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Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for 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. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$286,000-$429,000 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.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-ApplyStaff Systems Engineer
2K job in Novato, CA
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in Austin, TX or Novato, CA.
Who We Are
2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K's portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization, Marvel's Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.
At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don't meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!
What We Need
We are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Perforce Helix Core to lead efforts to define and enhance our critical source control infrastructure. This position involves designing robust, scalable systems, driving strategic improvements, and fostering operational maturity in close collaboration with development, platform engineering, and infrastructure teams.
The ideal candidate brings extensive technical expertise in Perforce, coupled with strong leadership and mentoring skills. This individual effectively balances strategic architecture planning with practical, hands-on technical execution, communicates clearly across teams, and shapes technical direction and best practices.
What You Will Do
Architect, optimize, and maintain Perforce Helix Core infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and performance.
Guide architectural decisions related to server configurations, replication strategies, disaster recovery, and integrations.
Provide technical mentorship and leadership to junior team members, advocating best practices and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with development and tools engineering teams to refine synchronization strategies, repository organization, and CI/CD workflows.
Offer expert-level troubleshooting, training, and support to internal teams leveraging Perforce.
Drive automation initiatives and scripting efforts to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
Continuously monitor and analyze system performance, proactively identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation covering system architecture, standards, and operational guidelines.
Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit
At least 6 years of systems engineering experience, with at least 4 years of expertise in Perforce Helix Core.
Demonstrated ability to architect and implement scalable, resilient infrastructure solutions.
Proven technical leadership experience, including mentoring and developing engineering talent.
Advanced proficiency with automation and scripting to optimize infrastructure management and reduce manual tasks.
Outstanding collaboration and communication skills, capable of clearly articulating complex technical concepts and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
You excel in environments where strategic insight and practical execution intersect. Your passion for robust infrastructure and technical excellence empowers teams, accelerates workflows, and ensures operational success.
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $123,500 and $182,780 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Auto-ApplyDirector, Global Digital Marketing
2K job in Los Angeles, CA
Who We Are
Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios are responsible for developing 2K's portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building, and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, problem solvers, and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization, WWE 2K, and XCOM.
At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We are dedicated to diversity and inclusion and want our community of candidates to reflect this commitment. We encourage all qualified applicants to explore our global positions.
2K is headquartered in Novato, California, and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
What We Need
The Director of Digital Marketing Strategy will lead the design and delivery of an integrated digital ecosystem that connects the game, brand, and player experience across all touch points: in-game, out-of-game, and everywhere players discover, engage, and return.
In a live service, F2P environment, the digital journey is the product as much as the gameplay itself. This role is responsible for defining and orchestrating the digital infrastructure, channels, systems, and player-facing experiences that drive retention, engagement, community depth, and long-term brand connection.
This role is equal parts strategic architect, systems thinker, and cross-functional integrator. You will work across marketing, product, live ops, data, platform, and creative to build experiences that scale with the IP from Alpha through launch and into live service.
This role exists to operationalize the long-term vision of our live service ecosystem.
What You Will Do
Digital Ecosystem Strategy
Own the strategic roadmap for digital channels (website, app, player portal, landing pages, etc.) across lifecycle from awareness to retention.
Ensure seamless integration between game, digital touchpoints, and live service updates.
Define how digital platforms support seasonal content drops, community campaigns, live ops, and monetization beats.
Experience Design & Channel Planning:
Orchestrate the connected player journey across web, community, email/CRM, social, and in-game overlays.
Partner with UX, platform, and tech teams to align CMS, CDP, CRM, and identity systems around player behaviors and lifecycle moments.
Define how players transition between gameplay, community, content, and support and how the brand shows up in each.
Live Service Integration
Partner with Live Ops, Product, and Publishing teams to translate in-game events and features into high-impact digital experiences.
Develop frameworks for content surfacing, event visibility, and ongoing player engagement through digital tools.
GTM Phase Alignment & Integration
Build and own the integrated roadmap from Private Alpha to Beta to Launch.
Define phase-specific objectives, success metrics, and operating models.
Ensure each milestone unlocks the next through validated learning
Define testable “Experience Slices” at each phase that bring together gameplay systems, community loops, progression arcs, and comms beats.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align feature readiness with campaignable, player-first experiences.
Facilitate alignment rituals (roadmap reviews, experience syncs, etc.) to ensure everyone's building toward the same outcome.
Technology & Platforms
Evaluate, collaborate and implement digital tools/platforms to power CMS, A/B testing, player segmentation, and campaign personalization.
Collaborate with engineering and UX teams to ensure digital surfaces are optimized for scale and usability.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Creative, Comms, Community, and UA to align messaging, campaigns, and digital activation plans.
Support brand storytelling and content delivery in owned digital channels.
Player-Centric Innovation
Stay ahead of free-to-play and live service digital trends.
Introduce new ways to engage players outside the game like onboarding experiences, meta progress tracking, interactive lore hubs, etc.
Cross-Functional Leadership & Culture
Serve as the central orchestrator across marketing, product, dev, community, analytics, and operations.
Build shared rituals, language, and planning frameworks that drive accountability and reduce fragmentation.
Help senior leadership see the system, not just the parts and make informed bets accordingly.
What Will Make You a Great Fit
10+ years in FTP, live service, digital strategy, product strategy, or platform strategy roles at a global tech company, cloud platform, or high-growth startup.
Deep understanding of platform business models and multi-sided ecosystems (e.g., developers, partners, creators).
Experience aligning digital strategy with hardware/software/infrastructure product cycles.
Proven success building roadmaps and experiences at the intersection of data, design, product, and GTM.
Exceptional executive communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $176,600 and $261,380 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company's discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.
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