PlayStation Network
Director, Product Development
PlayStation Network, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Join the award-winning team that created God of War Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Product Development to play a critical leadership role in the successful operation and delivery of our studio’s game development projects. This position blends high-level studio leadership with hands-on production and development management, ensuring alignment between creative vision, production execution, and business objectives. This role requires a strong leader who can balance business, creative, and operational priorities, ensuring that the studio delivers high-quality games while maintaining a strong, sustainable, and inclusive work environment. Responsibilities Studio Leadership & Strategy Play a collaborative role with the rest of the leadership team to define and execute the studio’s vision, strategy, and operational goals Help develop the studio growth strategies, including talent planning, team expansion, and external development partnerships Represent the studio both internally and externally, fostering strong relationships with publishing, platform, and industry partners Own the production strategy for game development, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards Establish and refine production methodologies, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and risk mitigation across projects Drive cross-functional collaboration between design, engineering, art, QA, and publishing to ensure seamless execution Lead milestone reviews, ensure alignment on goals, and proactively address development roadblocks Champion an agile and iterative development approach while balancing creative aspirations with production realities Build, lead, and mentor high-performing production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, creativity, and growth Partner with HR to define and execute career development, talent acquisition, and retention strategies Promote a healthy, inclusive work environment that emphasizes work-life balance, psychological safety, and long-term team sustainability Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Serve as a key liaison between development teams, publishing, finance, and corporate leadership, ensuring alignment and transparency Work closely with creative and technical leadership to balance artistic vision with production constraints and business objectives Manage relationships with external development partners, outsourcing vendors, and co-development teams to scale production efforts effectively Qualifications & Experience
15+ years of experience in game development leadership, with a strong background in production, project management, or studio leadership Proven track record of leading AAA or high-profile game development projects from pre-production to launch Deep expertise in development methodologies, scheduling, risk management, and live operations Strong understanding of game development disciplines, including design, engineering, art, and publishing Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align teams Experience working with publishing and executive teams to drive alignment on business and development priorities Passion for gaming, player-focused development, and building world-class teams Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing remote and hybrid teams Familiarity with a variety of business models, multi-platform development, and global release strategies Background working in or with global organizations and managing international teams A track record of mentoring future leaders and fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace What We Offer
A pivotal leadership role in one of the industry's most exciting and successful studios Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits A collaborative, inclusive, and growth-minded studio culture Opportunities to shape the future of award-winning IP and original titles Please refer to ourCandidate 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. $227,000 - $340,600 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 What is your current title? * What is your current company? * LinkedIn Profile Website/Portfolio/Reel Password (if applicable) 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. Select... Gender Identity * Select... What are your personal pronouns? * Select... Sexual Orientation * Select... Are you Hispanic/Latinx? * Select... Please identify your race/ethnicity * Select... Select... Do you have a disability? * Select... Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file. As set forth in PlayStation Global’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... 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Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Join the award-winning team that created God of War Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Product Development to play a critical leadership role in the successful operation and delivery of our studio’s game development projects. This position blends high-level studio leadership with hands-on production and development management, ensuring alignment between creative vision, production execution, and business objectives. This role requires a strong leader who can balance business, creative, and operational priorities, ensuring that the studio delivers high-quality games while maintaining a strong, sustainable, and inclusive work environment. Responsibilities Studio Leadership & Strategy Play a collaborative role with the rest of the leadership team to define and execute the studio’s vision, strategy, and operational goals Help develop the studio growth strategies, including talent planning, team expansion, and external development partnerships Represent the studio both internally and externally, fostering strong relationships with publishing, platform, and industry partners Own the production strategy for game development, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards Establish and refine production methodologies, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and risk mitigation across projects Drive cross-functional collaboration between design, engineering, art, QA, and publishing to ensure seamless execution Lead milestone reviews, ensure alignment on goals, and proactively address development roadblocks Champion an agile and iterative development approach while balancing creative aspirations with production realities Build, lead, and mentor high-performing production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, creativity, and growth Partner with HR to define and execute career development, talent acquisition, and retention strategies Promote a healthy, inclusive work environment that emphasizes work-life balance, psychological safety, and long-term team sustainability Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Serve as a key liaison between development teams, publishing, finance, and corporate leadership, ensuring alignment and transparency Work closely with creative and technical leadership to balance artistic vision with production constraints and business objectives Manage relationships with external development partners, outsourcing vendors, and co-development teams to scale production efforts effectively Qualifications & Experience
15+ years of experience in game development leadership, with a strong background in production, project management, or studio leadership Proven track record of leading AAA or high-profile game development projects from pre-production to launch Deep expertise in development methodologies, scheduling, risk management, and live operations Strong understanding of game development disciplines, including design, engineering, art, and publishing Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align teams Experience working with publishing and executive teams to drive alignment on business and development priorities Passion for gaming, player-focused development, and building world-class teams Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing remote and hybrid teams Familiarity with a variety of business models, multi-platform development, and global release strategies Background working in or with global organizations and managing international teams A track record of mentoring future leaders and fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace What We Offer
A pivotal leadership role in one of the industry's most exciting and successful studios Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits A collaborative, inclusive, and growth-minded studio culture Opportunities to shape the future of award-winning IP and original titles Please refer to ourCandidate 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. $227,000 - $340,600 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 What is your current title? * What is your current company? * LinkedIn Profile Website/Portfolio/Reel Password (if applicable) 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. Select... Gender Identity * Select... What are your personal pronouns? * Select... Sexual Orientation * Select... Are you Hispanic/Latinx? * Select... Please identify your race/ethnicity * Select... Select... Do you have a disability? * Select... Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file. As set forth in PlayStation Global’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Voluntary Self-Identification of DisabilityForm CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years. Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp . How do you know if you have a disability?
A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability.
Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual or developmental disability Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema Short stature (dwarfism) Traumatic brain injury Disability Status Select... PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.
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