Product Manager

Our client is a a digital innovation hub that combines advanced data science, AI, and cloud technologies to create intelligent, scalable solutions for real-world business challenges. Their teams work across industries to turn data into actionable insights that drive smarter decisions and measurable impact.

They are seeking a Product Manager to lead the end-to-end development of digital products—from concept to launch and continuous improvement. You’ll work closely with engineers, designers, and business stakeholders to define product strategy, prioritize technical requirements, and ensure successful delivery. This role combines product vision with a strong understanding of technology and agile development.

Key Responsibilities

• Define product vision, roadmap, and success metrics for digital solutions.

• Manage the full product lifecycle, including planning, development, release, and optimization.

• Translate business needs into clear technical requirements and user stories.

• Collaborate with engineering and UX teams to design scalable, user-focused solutions.

• Prioritize backlogs and balance short-term delivery with long-term technical goals.

• Lead project execution, overseeing scope, schedule, and resources.

• Analyze performance metrics and drive continuous product improvement.

• Facilitate alignment across internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Promote agile development practices and data-driven decision-making.

Mandatory Qualifications:

- Product Management (Software)

• Experience managing software products, driving either new product development or enhancement of existing products with strategic vision and creativity (leadership experience is a plus)

• Hands-on experience managing the entire product lifecycle, including:

  • Defining product vision and roadmap

  • Product development and delivery

  • Go-to-market planning and service launch (internal and external)

  • Post-launch operations, performance tracking, and continuous improvement

- Project Management (Software Development)

• Experience managing budget, resources, schedules, and risks

• Proven ability in team leadership and team building

• Strong understanding of software technologies and systems

• Knowledge of software development processes and best practices

- Communication & Collaboration

• Ability to explain key issues clearly and concisely to stakeholders

• Strong documentation and presentation skills

• Capability to explain technical concepts in an accessible manner

• Skilled at building collaborative relationships and defining roles and responsibilities through effective communication

• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

- Problem Solving

• Ability to see the big picture and understand complex situations holistically

• Strong logical thinking and structured communication skills

• Proficiency in applying appropriate frameworks for business and technical problem-solving

- Other

• Solid understanding of Japanese business culture and experience working in Japan

• Fluent in Japanese (JLPT N1) and business level English 

Desired Qualifications:

- Knowledge in at least one of the following areas:

• Audit, Accounting, or Finance

• Consulting (e.g., digital transformation, IT implementation)

• System Engineering (experience from proposal to deployment/operations is a plus)

- Practical Experience in:

• Software development or working closely with development teams

• Product management and Scrum practices using JIRA or Azure DevOps

• Cross-functional and multicultural team collaboration (leadership experience preferred)