Senior Product Manager
Tokyo, Japan (MJHQ)
1 - Software Development – Product Development Team /
Full-Time (English) /
On-site
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Mujin is a global leader in industrial automation, redefining supply chain efficiency through MujinOS—our intelligent operating system for robotics. At our core is Machine Intelligence (MujinMI), a unique approach that leverages real-time digital twins and advanced perception, planning, and control algorithms to achieve fully autonomous operations.
Our flagship product, MujinController, empowers users with a highly configurable, no-code interface. By integrating cutting-edge motion planning and computer vision, it enables seamless automation for complex applications such as palletizing, picking, and truck unloading.
Headquartered in Japan with a growing presence in the US, China, and Europe, we invite you to join a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of automation.
We are seeking a Product Manager to define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the next-generation MujinController, driving innovation and commercialization in a rapidly growing market. This role is central to enhancing user experience, meeting market demands, and expanding our global impact.
Responsibilities:
- Lead strategic research into industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape in industrial automation and intelligent robotics to guide high-impact product decisions
- Own end-to-end product lifecycle management, ensuring timely delivery, cost control, and alignment with strategic goals
- Drive cross-functional program execution, coordinating between product, engineering, marketing, and operations to ensure delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
- Establish and oversee program governance practices to ensure risk management, milestone tracking, and resource allocation across product initiatives
- Portfolio Management: Direct oversight of the product portfolio, from inception to retirement, ensuring achievement of key business metrics including orders, revenue, and profitability
- Translate business strategy into a differentiated offering and solution portfolio through market segmentation, customer insights, and innovation prioritization
- Lead the definition and evolution of new product portfolios by conducting value analysis, defining roadmap strategy, and collaborating closely with R&D for execution
- Conduct in-depth market analysis, tracking regulatory trends, customer requirements, and emerging technologies to shape product positioning and competitive advantage
- Engage directly with customers to design and negotiate systems architecture, including network protocols, PLC integration, and project-specific interface requirements
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; Master’s or MBA preferred
- 7+ years of experience in product management or product development, preferably in industrial automation, intelligent robotics, or similar domains
- Proven experience managing large-scale, cross-functional programs with multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups
- Strong command of agile methodologies and modern product delivery frameworks
- Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead through influence in a fast-paced environment
Required Technical Competencies:
- Familiarity with robotics platforms, motion control systems, and embedded systems architectures
- Hands-on experience collaborating with R&D/engineering on hardware-software co-development, technical specifications, and test plans
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear product requirements and business value propositions
- Working knowledge of tools and platforms for agile product development and program tracking (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps)
- Understanding of relevant international standards and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., IEC, ISO, UL, CE) in industrial products
- Strong grasp of systems integration, including APIs, network architecture, and cybersecurity standards
- Desired: Proficiency in data analytics and product telemetry—able to derive actionable insights from product usage and performance metrics
Location
3-8-5 Tatsumi, Koto-Ku, Tokyo 135-0053, Japan
Work Hours
8:45 - 17:45 (with a 60-minute break)
Salary
- Based on experience and skills
- Salary revision twice a year
- Additional bonuses are available based on performance
Holidays
- Every Saturday and Sunday
- Annual paid leaves
- Maternity leave and Childcare leave
- Flex Holiday (take public holidays on days of your choice)
- Other holidays as defined by the company
Company Benefits
Japan Relocation Support
- Visa sponsorship
- Flight ticket support
- Shipping expenses coverage up to a specified limit
- Assistance for housing
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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