Project Management
Translate refined requirements into functional specifications.
Monitor and evaluate project and task progress, ensuring delivery commitments are met while maintaining transparent communication about risks or impediments.
Oversee team development efforts to ensure successful, iterative project delivery.
Establish and enforce procedures and processes for timely project completion.
Define and uphold standardized processes to ensure quality across all tasks and documentation.
Collaborate with the Money Forward Group and stakeholders to gather and document project requirements, develop user stories, provide estimates, and create delivery schedules.
Team and Department Management
Lead and coordinate multiple engineering teams and departments for effective collaboration.
Cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within the engineering organization.
Set clear goals and objectives, providing guidance and support to achieve them.
Manage a team of 30+ engineering professionals.
Engineering Development
Implement training programs to enhance the technical skills and knowledge of the engineering team.
Provide coaching and mentorship to help team members grow and advance in their careers.
Define a vision and career roadmap for technical engineering aligned with business objectives.
Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent to build high- performing teams.
Strategic Execution
Collaborate with cross- functional teams to enable seamless execution of engineering projects.
Develop and implement engineering strategies to drive product innovation and ensure successful project delivery.
Align engineering efforts with the company’s overarching strategic goals.
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.
Operational Excellence
Enhance the engineering experience by refining the technical interview process and onboarding programs.
Improve and optimize engineering processes and methodologies for greater efficiency and productivity.
Monitor and assess engineering project performance, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
Promote the adoption of industry best practices and standards within the engineering organization.
Job Requirements:
Must- Have Qualifications
4+ years in people management and stakeholder management roles.
Risk Management: Creates and implements effective strategies to identify, mitigate, and manage high- risk initiatives, minimizing project risks.
Proven experience leading engineering teams of 20+ members (directly or indirectly).
Networking and Relationship Building: Strategically builds networks and develops strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance collaboration and drive success.
Educational Background: Degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, or Information Systems.
Strategic Thinking: Exhibits strong strategic planning skills, aligning engineering efforts with the organization’s overarching goals.
Adaptability: Ability to navigate large, complex, and frequent changes, ensuring the engineering team effectively meets evolving market demands.
10+ years managing web projects or product development.
Language Proficiency: Strong command of English.
Inclusive Leadership: Promotes diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture that values different perspectives.
Nice- to- Have Qualifications
Experience managing or developing B2B applications.
Language Skills: Proficiency in Japanese (N1/N2) is a significant advantage.
Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, CSM, or PMI- ACP.
Held leadership roles such as Department Manager, VP of Engineering, Head of Delivery, or CTO in an IT firm.
