What are the responsibilities and job description for the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SYSTEMS ENGINEERING position at Sony Pictures?
The Executive Director, Systems Engineering is the POA Lead of the Cloud Data Center and will lead the architecture, engineering, and operational management of global infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments within Sony Pictures Entertainment's enterprise. This role focuses on delivering highly available, scalable, and secure server, storage, and backup solutions while aligning with the organization's strategic objectives.
This position oversees the end-to-end design and delivery of infrastructure solutions, leveraging emerging technologies to optimize service delivery and operational excellence. The Executive Director will collaborate closely with business leaders, vendors, and other IT teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and drive innovation in infrastructure services.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and implement strategic plans : Ensure technical direction for core infrastructure activities and align server, storage, and backup capabilities with the organization's growth objectives.
- Oversee global infrastructure operations : Evaluate and enhance operations, ensure business continuity, and manage disaster recovery plans.
- Advise on technology strategy : Provide guidance on systems integration and emerging technologies to support organizational goals.
- Lead the team : Direct the Server / Storage / Backup Infrastructure team, implement technical standards, and enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Manage financials : Oversee budget preparation, procurement, and vendor management for hardware and software solutions.
- Drive service excellence : Monitor service delivery performance, ensure adherence to procedures, and foster innovation.
- Collaborate and mentor : Work with cross-functional teams, provide staff development opportunities, and maintain strong working relationships with business and IT stakeholders.
Requirements :
The anticipated base salary for this position is $205,000-$258,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and / or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
Salary : $205,000 - $258,000
