Technical Product Manager (Data & AI), Inventor Product

Woven by Toyota is the mobility technology subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation. Our mission is to deliver safe, intelligent, human-centered mobility for all. Through our Arene mobility software platform, safety-first automated driving technology and Toyota Woven City — our test course for advanced mobility — we’re bringing greater freedom, safety and happiness to people and society.
Our unique global culture weaves modern Silicon Valley innovation and time-tested Japanese quality craftsmanship. We leverage these complementary strengths to amplify the capabilities of drivers, foster happiness, and elevate well-being.
TEAMWoven City is a test course for mobility to work towards our dream of creating well-being for all. Starting from Susono by Mt. Fuji, we will conduct trials of new ideas for systems and services that expand mobility and unlock human potential. Here we will build the future fabric of life. And Woven Inventor garage supports inventors to build the future fabric of life.
We take this mission seriously and to achieve our goals, we take our team dynamics equally seriously.
We are a product team in the huge team which is Inventor Lab, Woven Inventor Garage. We have a responsibility for the multiple user facing products.
For more information about Woven City, please visit: https://www.woven-city.global/
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FORWe are looking for a passionate and driven Technical Product Manager who excels in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. You are someone who is motivated by a vision to create new value that doesn't yet exist in the world and can work proactively in the face of uncertainty to bring this vision closer to reality with enough knowledge around the Data and AI domain. You will report to the sub function manager, and this is a hybrid work style role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with development, design, and business teams to ensure smooth workflow and effective communication across all functions.
• Organize and refine product specifications, manage project tickets, and create detailed roadmaps to guide development.
• Use technical expertise to drive discussions and manage complex cross-functional development initiatives.
• Coordinate and facilitate complex inter-team dependencies to ensure cohesive project progress and delivery.
• Monitor project progress, adjusting plans as needed to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
• Promote continuous improvement by reviewing processes and incorporating feedback.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in product management or related roles in the Data or AI domain.
• Proven experience working with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and business units.
• Strong technical background with the ability to understand and discuss architectural concepts, trade-offs, and new opportunities with technical team members.
• Excellent product management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong understanding of user experience (UX) principles and design thinking.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in business level English

NICE TO HAVES:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as Jira.
• Proficiency in business level Japanese

All interviews will be arranged via Google Meet, unless otherwise stated.
WHAT WE OFFER・Competitive Salary - Based on experience・Work Hours - Flexible working time with NO core-hours・Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated)・Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated)・Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by our company・Japanese Social Security - all applicable (Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance)・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)
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