PlayStation Network
TechOps System Administrator (contract)
PlayStation Network, Aliso Viejo, California, United States, 92656
PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.
PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.
The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.
About the Role
We’re looking for a
Linux-proficient
Systems Administrator to join our Production Operations team. In this role, you’ll support Sony’s infrastructure-as-a-service platform and manage its large-scale Linux-based hardware fleet. The ideal candidate is proficient in Linux CLI troubleshooting, understands cloud technologies, and can deliver effective, user-friendly support to internal teams across varying technical levels. What you’ll be doing Respond to support tickets and inquiries in a 24/5 environment, adhering to SLAs and prioritizing requests from internal customers and cross functional groups. Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot Linux-based hardware systems, proactively identifying recurring issues and collaborating with Service Reliability Engineers to deploy fixes in a fast-paced environment. Build and maintain internal documentation and knowledge bases to improve operational efficiency and reduce resolution time. Core Knowledge - Candidates must demonstrate at-least 2 of the following (Practical Linux Experience Required): IT Customer Support and Networking knowledge (Network+ level) What we’re looking for Minimum 2 years of experience in Linux systems administration and 3 years in a technical support or IT service delivery role. Proficiency with Linux CLI, Bash scripting, automation tools (e.g., Ansible), and familiarity with container orchestration (Kubernetes). Familiarity with public cloud infrastructure concepts (e.g., compute, storage) and foundational networking knowledge (Network+ level) Experience using ServiceNow or Jira in a support operations context. Strong communication skills with a knack for breaking down technical concepts into clear, actionable information while ensuring a high-quality customer experience. Please refer to ourCandidate 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. $40 - $45 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. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile Website Have you ever worked for a Sony company previously? * Select... Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the United States? * Select... Will you need relocation assistance to work at this role's specified location? * Select... Are you related to, or in a close personal relationship with, anyone who currently works for SIE or any SIE-affiliated studios? (This includes spouses, domestic partners, and significant others.) * Select... If yes, please state their name, the department or studio they work for, and their job title (if you know it). By selecting "Yes", I am certifying that, to the best of my knowledge, the information I have provided in this employment application is true and correct. * Select... US Voluntary Demographic Question
Voluntary Self-Identification Our vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. That vision begins our candidates, and we are working to better understand the diversity of our candidate population.
This data will also be aggregated and sent to the government for reporting purposes. Please know that the completion of this form is entirely voluntary. Your personally identifiable information (name, address, etc) will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you choose to provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for XX time. Protected Veteran You are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you: Disabled Veteran: a veteran of the U.S. military who is entitled to compensation (or who would be entitled to compensation if not for the receipt of military retired pay) under the administration of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and/or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran who has discharged or released from active duty in the U.S. military within the last three years. Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, participated in a U.S. military operation for which an Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Disability Under U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and will not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions, nor will it be shared with our accommodations team . Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past.
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Linux-proficient
Systems Administrator to join our Production Operations team. In this role, you’ll support Sony’s infrastructure-as-a-service platform and manage its large-scale Linux-based hardware fleet. The ideal candidate is proficient in Linux CLI troubleshooting, understands cloud technologies, and can deliver effective, user-friendly support to internal teams across varying technical levels. What you’ll be doing Respond to support tickets and inquiries in a 24/5 environment, adhering to SLAs and prioritizing requests from internal customers and cross functional groups. Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot Linux-based hardware systems, proactively identifying recurring issues and collaborating with Service Reliability Engineers to deploy fixes in a fast-paced environment. Build and maintain internal documentation and knowledge bases to improve operational efficiency and reduce resolution time. Core Knowledge - Candidates must demonstrate at-least 2 of the following (Practical Linux Experience Required): IT Customer Support and Networking knowledge (Network+ level) What we’re looking for Minimum 2 years of experience in Linux systems administration and 3 years in a technical support or IT service delivery role. Proficiency with Linux CLI, Bash scripting, automation tools (e.g., Ansible), and familiarity with container orchestration (Kubernetes). Familiarity with public cloud infrastructure concepts (e.g., compute, storage) and foundational networking knowledge (Network+ level) Experience using ServiceNow or Jira in a support operations context. Strong communication skills with a knack for breaking down technical concepts into clear, actionable information while ensuring a high-quality customer experience. Please refer to ourCandidate 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. $40 - $45 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. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile Website Have you ever worked for a Sony company previously? * Select... Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the United States? * Select... Will you need relocation assistance to work at this role's specified location? * Select... Are you related to, or in a close personal relationship with, anyone who currently works for SIE or any SIE-affiliated studios? (This includes spouses, domestic partners, and significant others.) * Select... If yes, please state their name, the department or studio they work for, and their job title (if you know it). By selecting "Yes", I am certifying that, to the best of my knowledge, the information I have provided in this employment application is true and correct. * Select... US Voluntary Demographic Question
Voluntary Self-Identification Our vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. That vision begins our candidates, and we are working to better understand the diversity of our candidate population.
This data will also be aggregated and sent to the government for reporting purposes. Please know that the completion of this form is entirely voluntary. Your personally identifiable information (name, address, etc) will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you choose to provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for XX time. Protected Veteran You are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you: Disabled Veteran: a veteran of the U.S. military who is entitled to compensation (or who would be entitled to compensation if not for the receipt of military retired pay) under the administration of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and/or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran who has discharged or released from active duty in the U.S. military within the last three years. Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, participated in a U.S. military operation for which an Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Disability Under U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and will not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions, nor will it be shared with our accommodations team . Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past.
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