Sony Interactive Entertainment · 2 months ago
Senior Localization Technical Program Manager
United States, San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $225K/yr
5+ years expSony Interactive Entertainment is a global leader in entertainment producing the PlayStation family of products and services. They are seeking a Senior Localization Technical Program Manager to work across cross-functional teams to define and deliver next-generation localization tools, workflows, and test systems, ensuring a world-class experience for players around the world.
Consumer GoodsMusicVideo Games
Responsibilities
Partner with diverse teams across engineering, QA, content, and production to make sure localization procedures function effectively and match product launch calendars
Manage project timelines, dependencies, and risk across multiple teams, products, and release cycles
Serve as the primary liaison between Localization, QA, and Engineering teams for all technical integration matters
Champion localization requirements and advocate for feature implementation within PlayStation’s internal tool ecosystems
Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement new localization features and APIs. This includes integrations with third-party tools such as Translation Management System (TMS), Content Management System (CMS), and build systems
Define localization requirements for automation and continuous integration pipelines to support agile localization at scale
Detect opportunities to refine the localization QA process and guide the introduction of automation solutions
Define and maintain test automation backlogs and plans for localization QA across all projects
Collaborate with automation engineers to guarantee localization test coverage for UI, functional, and linguistic quality
Investigate and implement industry guidelines for localization engineering, testing, and process management
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize localization workflows, reduce cycle time, and enhance delivery quality
Create and maintain process documentation, localization playbooks, and knowledge-sharing resources for internal and vendor teams
Collaborate across global time zones with partners to align localization deliverables with PlayStation’s global release strategy
Build relationships with external localization partners, ensuring high standards of quality, security, and efficiency
Facilitate communication between global teams to resolve blockers, clarify requirements, and align on testing and release readiness
Qualification
Required
BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in localization, internationalization, or technical program management
Proven track record managing localization QA, automation, or engineering programs within a global organization
Experience working in Agile/SAFe settings
In-depth understanding of localization testing, internationalization issues, and multi-language release pipelines
Skilled in one or more tools (JIRA, Confluence, Github etc.)
Hands-on experience with Translation Management Systems such as XTM, MemoQ
Experience managing terminology, translation memory, and linguistic assets
Working knowledge of programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or SQL) to support tool automation, data analysis, and process improvement
Familiarity with web and mobile content systems, APIs, and localization file formats (XML, JSON, HTML, XLIFF etc.)
Solid knowledge of test automation frameworks, with experience in AI/LLM-based translation tools considered an advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage diverse collaborators across leadership levels and regions
Proven strength in negotiation, conflict resolution, and cross-cultural collaboration, especially across Western and Japanese teams
Self-directed, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity and complexity
Highly organized with exceptional problem-solving and multitasking abilities
Preferred
Experience with localization test automation or AI-assisted translation quality evaluation
Experience in the video game, digital entertainment, or consumer technology industries preferred
Experience engaging with international markets, or having lived/worked beyond the United States
Native-level fluency in one or more of the following languages: Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, or Arabic is advantageous
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Matching 401(k)
Paid time off
Wellness program
Coveted employee discounts for Sony products
Bonus package
Company
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Sony Interactive Entertainment is responsible for the PlayStation brand and family of products and services.
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Ben King
SVP, Direct-to-Consumer, Sony Interactive Entertainment / Playstation
Kiichiro Urata
SVP, Head of Japan Asia Partner Development & Relations / member of the Board of Directors
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