We are looking for a skilled Product Development Manager to help us expand Track, a platform that assists companies in training and evaluating technical skills.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and designers to transform high-level strategies into compelling narratives and a product roadmap.
- Convert the product roadmap into detailed requirements and actionable development plans.
- Define, prioritize, and manage the product backlog.
- Design and create specifications and detailed user stories in partnership with designers and engineers.
- Serve as a liaison between the development team and users/stakeholders to effectively communicate requirements and track development progress.
- Continuously integrate user and stakeholder feedback, market trends, and analytical data into the product development process.
- Lead decision-making in the face of uncertainty and incomplete data to guide the team in consistently pursuing the most impactful projects.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of professional experience in software development teams, including a minimum of 2 years in a PM/PdM/TPdM role
- Proven track record of successfully delivering products
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems, think strategically, and translate user and stakeholder needs into actionable development priorities
- Naturally documents everything to keep the team aligned
- Communicates effectively, making complex concepts easy to understand
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and product management tools such as Jira
- Business-level proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing Japanese
Nice to haves
While not specifically required, tell us if you have any of the following.
- A strong portfolio showcasing past projects in product design
- 5+ years of professional experience in a PM/PdM/TPdM role, primarily focused on building B2B products
- Understanding of Japanese business culture and the dynamics of the tech market in Japan
- Experience contributing to global expansion strategies or products entering international markets
- Background in software engineering or UI/UX design
- Strong interest in emerging technology trends
- Experience working in remote teams, particularly with asynchronous working styles
- A knack for bridging cultural and language gaps
- Experience with and/or a strong interest in data analysis
Compensation
7 to 10 million JPY annually.
