★Engineering Manager（Bilingual in Japanese and English）
- Business Level Japanese Required
◆ Hybrid Work
◆ Operation of a specialized business knowledge platform
◆ Global Business
◆ Annual Salary： 10 million ～ 15 million yen.
-------------【About the company】-------------
【Operations, New Business Creation, and Organizational Development Support for One of Japan's Largest Specialized Business Knowledge Platforms】
The company operates a global knowledge platform connecting the insights of over 800,000 experts across 190 countries. Serving more than 2,000 domestic and international institutional accounts, it delivers multifaceted matching solutions, including expert interviews, surveys, and hands-on operational support. Following the acquisition of a major US firm in 2021, the company has expanded its footprint globally, currently operating across seven international hubs.
In an era where the rise of Generative AI has made public information effortlessly accessible, the company believes that the value of individual lived experiences and uncodified insights—true "primary information"—has become significantly more critical. Extracting cutting-edge expertise that AI cannot access and connecting it to a client's specific business challenges forms the core value proposition of the service.
To achieve this mission, the company continues to refine its products as a market challenger. Through ongoing experimentation and iteration, it aims to drive the creation of a new market powered by the seamless circulation of specialized knowledge.
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①Role Overview
【Role Overview】
As the Engineering Manager of our newly established Japan team, you will provide both technical and organizational leadership. Your mission is to maximize the value of the development organization. You will be responsible for enhancing overall productivity and supporting engineer growth through performance evaluations, HR system design, development process optimization, and strategic recruitment planning.
・Improving Development Productivity
Investigate and strategize solutions for technical debt; develop and execute technical roadmaps.
Spearhead the introduction and implementation of AI-driven development tools.
Optimize end-to-end development processes.
・People Management
Conduct regular 1-on-1s, set goals, and perform evaluations for team members.
Design and refine engineering evaluation systems.
Drive recruitment efforts to expand the engineering team.
・Product Development Leadership
Lead projects for new feature development and new product launches.
Establish and maintain robust operations and maintenance frameworks for existing products.
【Key Stakeholders】
Japan Hub: Co-CTO, Team Leads, Engineers, PdMs, Designers, Business Stakeholders, and External Partners.
US Hub: Senior PdMs, Engineers, and External Partners.
EU Hub: External Partners.
【Challenges & Expectations】
You will be entrusted with the management of our Japanese development organization (currently approximately 10 members). The company expects you to solve challenges across a wide technical spectrum—ranging from AI-integrated product development to the resolution of technical debt. Your goal will be to elevate the overall performance of the team by designing evaluation systems, optimizing processes, and fostering an environment for engineer growth.
Furthermore, the company plans to double the size of the Japan-based engineering team to 20 members in the next fiscal year. Consequently, they look forward to your active involvement in defining our recruitment strategies and scaling the organization.
②Highlights of the Role
・Directly Influence Core AI Product Development
You will be at the heart of the company's business, leading the development of our core AI products. While leveraging their massive existing assets—including a network of 700,000 experts and billions of yen in revenue—they are in the process of rebuilding our platform with an "AI-first" mindset. Rather than simply adding AI as a peripheral feature, the company is reinventing the core search and matching engines with AI to efficiently connect clients with expert primary information. As an Engineering Manager, you will have the autonomy to drive this mission-critical initiative that directly impacts our business growth.
・Shape the Future of the company's Japan-Based Development Organization
Having established our Japan development team in 2025, they are now in an exciting scaling phase. By joining the company at this foundational stage, you will work closely with our Co-CTO and Senior PdMs to actively contribute to business and product strategies from a technical perspective. You will have the opportunity to exercise leadership and drive the success of the entire organization. Beyond managing mission-critical global systems and resolving technical debt, you will lead the creation of technical roadmaps for new AI-driven products and make key decisions regarding future-proof architecture and technology stacks. This is an ideal environment for those who thrive on solving high-complexity, high-stakes challenges.
・Gain Management Experience in a Truly Global Team
With a vast network of clients and experts worldwide, the company operates a multi-hub development structure centered in Tokyo, the U.S., and the EU. You will collaborate with talented PdMs and software engineers across these regions. This role offers the unique experience of building and managing a high-performing global team by integrating members with diverse cultures and perspectives. You can build a world-class career while maintaining a global mindset and navigating the complexities of international collaboration.
③Technical Environment
・Programming Languages: C#, Python, TypeScript
・Backend Frameworks: ASP.NET Core, FastAPI
・Frontend Framework: Angular
・Infrastructure: Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
・Databases: SQL Server, Cosmos DB
・Tools & Collaboration: GitHub, Slack, Jira, Confluence, esa, Gather, etc.
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Required Qualifications
・Engineering Management Experience: Proven track record in managing development teams.
・Backend Development Expertise: 5+ years of professional experience in backend development using web application frameworks (language agnostic).
・Business-Level English Proficiency
・Business-Level Japanese Proficiency
Preferred Qualifications
・Development Experience with C# and .NET Framework.
・Development Experience with TypeScript and Angular.
・Hands-on Experience in Development on the Microsoft Azure platform.
・Global Team Management Experience: Proven experience managing development teams across multiple regions and time zones.
・Strategic Decision-Making: Ability to make informed decisions with a strong focus on business strategy and P&L (Profit and Loss).
・Stakeholder Management & Consensus Building: Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders—including executives, engineers, and business teams—to drive consensus and achieve alignment.
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【Working Hours】
9:00～18:00
【Holidays】
・Saturday/Sunday/National Holiday
・Annual Paid Leave
・New Year Holiday
・Congratulations & Condolence Leave
【Welfare】
Performance Enhancement Allowance: Up to 10,000 yen per month can be used for productivity-boosting services, including physical maintenance, housekeeping services, and educational expenses.
External Seminar Support
Book Purchase Coverage
Influenza Vaccinations
Health Checkup Subsidies
Health Insurance Benefits
Company-Leased Housing Program
Relocation Allowance
Study Groups & Social Events
Internal Club Subsidies
Welcome & Networking Lunches
Commutation Allowance
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