Global Business Development Manager (Gaming)

TL;DR

Global Business Development Manager (Gaming): Driving strategic partnerships and innovative business opportunities for the PlayStation platform with an accent on identifying and executing opportunities with platform-integrated partners. Focus on developing financial models, leading data analytics projects, and influencing global strategy for non-gaming media services and new product verticals.

Location: San Mateo, CA (Hybrid/Onsite 1x per week)

Salary: $133,000—$199,400 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in entertainment, producing the PlayStation family of products and services.

What you will do

• Drive partnerships and revenue growth by identifying and executing opportunities with platform-integrated partners.
• Lead strategic analysis, developing financial models, business cases, and strategic frameworks.
• Contribute to global strategy development across non-gaming media services, new product verticals, and experimental experiences.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including marketing, product, engineering, and legal.
• Champion data-driven insights and lead data analytics projects to identify emerging industry trends.
• Manage pre- and post-deal relationships, define co-marketing strategies, and present business proposals to senior leaders.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, strategy, consulting, or investment banking.
• Expertise in financial modeling, quantitative analysis, and strategic evaluation.
• Proven ability to foster partnerships and collaborate with diverse, global teams.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to executive audiences.
• Familiarity with digital entertainment, distribution models, and consumer trends.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, JD, or related advanced degree a plus.

Nice to have

• Background in digital media, technology, or gaming preferred.
• Genuine interest in media, technology, and gaming.

Culture & Benefits

• Be part of an innovative team shaping the future of PlayStation and interactive entertainment.
• Work with passionate colleagues who bring diverse perspectives to solve big challenges.
• Contribute to partnerships that directly impact millions of players worldwide.
• Top-tier benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, and wellness programs.
• Opportunity for employee discounts on Sony products.
• Eligible for a bonus package.

Hiring process

• hirify.global conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees.