Manager, Software Engineering

Join the Sony Engagement Platform Services (SEPS) Team, where innovation meets collaboration in the dynamic world of digital engagement. At SEPS, we are building the next-generation platform that powers how fans connect with the content—and the creators—they love. Our mission is to unlock meaningful, data-driven engagement across Sony’s entertainment ecosystem, from games and anime to music, film, and live experiences—empowering both internal teams and external partners to build at scale. Our mission is to create a world-class engagement platform that not only enhances existing revenue streams but also drives new opportunities through a robust ecosystem of partners and creators. By decoupling application development from platform services, we empower our teams to deliver exceptional solutions with agility and efficiency.  If you are passionate about shaping the future of digital engagement and want to be part of a vibrant community that values creativity and collaboration, we invite you to explore the exciting opportunities within our team. Together, we will shape the future of fan experiences and define the foundation for what’s possible in the realm of engagement. To learn more visit: www.sony.com/en/SonyInfo/technology/stories/entries/sep_introduction/ POSITION SUMMARY   Reporting to the Director of Engagement Platform Engineering, the Manager, Software Engineering will lead a high-performing team of engineers responsible for the integration and deployment of Sony’s Engagement Platform across multiple business units. This platform, built on core foundational technologies from Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) and other internal groups, delivers shared capabilities in digital commerce, personalization, identity and account management, and developer enablement.      The Manager, Software Engineering will oversee full-stack development efforts, fostering a productive and collaborative engineering environment. This role plays a key part in scaling team capabilities and engineering excellence, while ensuring seamless platform integration across Sony Electronics, Sony Pictures, Sony Sports, and other Sony operating companies. The position requires close collaboration with global stakeholders, including business users, product managers, and cross-functional technical teams.

Lead, mentor, and empower a growing team of engineers to deliver high-impact solutions aligned with strategic business goals and outcomes.    Foster a strong, inclusive, and collaborative engineering culture that emphasizes innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.    Drive the successful delivery of multiple cross-platform projects by guiding teams in effective estimation, planning, and iterative value delivery.    Collaborate effectively across global business units and product teams , navigating time zone differences to ensure alignment and progress.    Execute and iterate on the team's vision, strategy, and roadmap , ensuring initiatives remain focused, achievable, and value-driven .    Champion change and continuous improvement , identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance team performance, processes, and outcomes.    Operate with autonomy and ownership in a large, distributed environment, consistently delivering results while managing complexity and ambiguity.    Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above      QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION     Your qualifications and experience should include:      Overall experience of at least 6 years in the software development industry    At least 2 years of people management experience, with experience managing multiple teams or one larger team    Able to manage, mentor, and empower teams, including other people managers    Proven leadership skills and a passion for building, maintaining , and deploying both internal business applications and