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1. Project Management:

• Oversee team development efforts to ensure successful, iterative project delivery.
• Establish and enforce procedures and processes for timely project completion.
• Monitor and evaluate project and task progress, ensuring delivery commitments are met while maintaining transparent communication about risks or impediments.
• Translate refined requirements into functional specifications.
• Collaborate with the Money Forward Group and stakeholders to gather and document project requirements, develop user stories, provide estimates, and create delivery schedules.
• Define and uphold standardized processes to ensure quality across all tasks and documentation.

2. Team and Department Management:

• Manage a team of 30+ engineering professionals.
• Lead and coordinate multiple engineering teams and departments for effective collaboration.
• Set clear goals and objectives, providing guidance and support to achieve them.
• Cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within the engineering organization.

3. Engineering Development:

• Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent to build high-performing teams.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to help team members grow and advance in their careers.
• Implement training programs to enhance the technical skills and knowledge of the engineering team.
• Define a vision and career roadmap for technical engineering aligned with business objectives.

4. Strategic Execution:

• Align engineering efforts with the company’s overarching strategic goals.
• Develop and implement engineering strategies to drive product innovation and ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enable seamless execution of engineering projects.

5. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Partner with internal stakeholders, including product managers and business leaders, to align engineering initiatives with their requirements.
• Communicate updates on project status, risks, and opportunities effectively to stakeholders.

6. Operational Excellence:

• Improve and optimize engineering processes and methodologies for greater efficiency and productivity.
• Enhance the engineering experience by refining the technical interview process and onboarding programs.
• Promote the adoption of industry best practices and standards within the engineering organization.
• Monitor and assess engineering project performance, ensuring timely and effective delivery.

Job Requirements:

Must-Have Qualifications

• Educational Background: Degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, or Information Systems.
• Language Proficiency: Strong command of English.
• 10+ years managing web projects or product development.
• 4+ years in people management and stakeholder management roles.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams of 30+ members (directly or indirectly).
• Adaptability: Ability to navigate large, complex, and frequent changes, ensuring the engineering team effectively meets evolving market demands.
• Inclusive Leadership: Promotes diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture that values different perspectives.
• Networking and Relationship Building: Strategically builds networks and develops strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance collaboration and drive success.
• Risk Management: Creates and implements effective strategies to identify, mitigate, and manage high-risk initiatives, minimizing project risks.
• Strategic Thinking: Exhibits strong strategic planning skills, aligning engineering efforts with the organization’s overarching goals.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Held leadership roles such as Department Manager, VP of Engineering, Head of Delivery, or CTO in an IT firm.
• Experience managing or developing B2B applications.
• Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, CSM, or PMI-ACP.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in Japanese (N1/N2) is a significant advantage.

• Full salary during the probationary period
• Performance and salary review: twice/ a year in June and December
• 13th-month salary
• Monthly and biannual Recognition Awards
• An annual health check is provided
• Various insurances, including Social, Health, and Unemployment Insurance, are applied during the probation period. 
• Private health and accident insurance are also included, with additional benefits for family members at the Managing level.
• The hybrid working model allows for 3 days of remote work and 2 days in the office, with flexible start times.
• The facility is well-equipped, providing items such as a MacBook Pro and additional monitors. 
• Employees are entitled to 16-24 paid days off, with extra paternity leave days available.
• The company sponsors foreign language and international technology-related certifications.
• Annual company trips, quarterly team-building activities, and recreational clubs such as billiards and running.
• Employees have access to external and internal training courses, soft-skill workshops, and tech seminars.