Associate Director, Global Royalties

At Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”), we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music publisher, advancing the artistry of the world’s greatest songwriters and composers for over 25 years. We keep songwriters at the forefront of everything we do, and design our suite of services to amplify opportunities, build connections, and defend their rights. Our roster benefits from an international team committed to providing support at every career stage. From classic catalogues to contemporary hitmakers, history is always being written. We are a part of the Sony family of global companies. Learn more about SMP at https://www.sonymusicpub.com/en.

Why join Sony Music Group?

Here at Sony Music Group, we are shaping what’s next in a way that creates impact. Forging powerful new ideas at the heart of music, technology, and culture that entertain and move people.

This is your opportunity. Part of a global community, united by individual passion, rising to that challenge every day. Adapting at pace and supporting one another, inspired to influence the future. For the benefit of you, our people; our creators, our business, and wider society too.

Be a part of an organization that is creator first. Committed to fueling excellence and always imagining more, while fostering a supportive culture, one where we elevate each other and act responsibly.

What You’ll Do: (job responsibilities)

Technical Development

• Develop a standardized methodology and best practices for which the existing and future code will be based upon. These standards and best practices should help to make the code more readable, easier to maintain, easier to use in future projects and ensure the effectiveness of the code is maximized in all existing and future projects.
• Review and refactor existing code in order to bring the code in line with the standardized methodology and best practices.
• Work with business users to determine what efficiencies in their work processes and workflow could be enhanced thru new programs and existing technologies.
• Write code for any new projects identified as be cost effective and beneficial to the business.
• Serve as a technical resource with regards to possible projects that could be undertaken to increase the business units efficiencies and effectiveness in a cost effective manner.

Analysis and Remediation

• Analyze key data being sent by outside parties that is being used for auto matching incoming royalty lines to the correct song to determine if the optimal solution is in place.
• Develop solutions, both business and technical, that addresses situations where the auto matching process is not optimal for that royalty source.

Who You Are: (skills and experience required)

• 3 years of experience writing code in a modern scripting language (Winbatch (existing codebase), Visual Basic, VBScript, Python, etc.)
• 2 years of writing SQL code in a modern database environment, preferably SQLite.
• Experience in writing code that interacts with Excel and other Microsoft products.
• Experience working in a Windows environment.
• Results oriented attitude.
• Ability to work with business users to accurately assess the needs of those users.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work and excel in a team environment while also possessing the skill to work by oneself.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and develop solutions to address situations that are less than optimal.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail while at the same time being able to pull back and see the larger picture.
• Effective communication skills, including speaking, writing and active listening.
• Great customer service and interpersonal skills.

What We Give You:

• You join an inclusive, collaborative, and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey.
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork.
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching.
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans.
• We invest in your professional growth & development.
• Time off for a winter recess.

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.