- Location
- Tokyo
- Employment
- Full-time
- Japanese
- Japanese?
- Visa
- Visa maybe
- Posted
- 2026-08-14
- Category
- Software & IT
About this role
This role is a Technical Program Manager and Scrum Master in the server development organization supporting PlayStation online services. Based in Tokyo, Japan, it contributes to the development and operation of data platforms, shared services, and development platforms, as well as the ongoing improvement and renewal of existing systems.
Daily responsibilities include facilitating Scrum team operations, promoting continuous improvement, preparing project plans, managing progress and issues, and coordinating projects involving multiple teams. The role also supports development and operations projects related to data platforms, shared services, and development platforms. It coordinates communication and collaboration between Japanese and overseas development teams and builds agreement with stakeholders to move projects forward.
Required qualifications include experience working with overseas teams in English, experience leading small- to medium-sized projects involving five to ten teams, software development experience using Scrum, and experience as a team lead or project lead. Candidates must be able to collaborate smoothly with stakeholders and advance projects through effective communication.
Preferred qualifications include experience operating and improving teams as a Scrum Master, a Scrum Master certification or another agile-related qualification, and knowledge or experience in cloud, data platforms, shared services, or development platforms. Knowledge or experience related to server applications and network services is also welcomed.
The team includes members with diverse backgrounds and uses both Japanese and English while collaborating with global development teams. The position provides experience in large-scale agile development, cross-organizational program management, and project management with overseas teams. It also connects technical, product, and business stakeholders while supporting services used by PlayStation users worldwide. English ability sufficient for work with overseas teams is required; TOEIC 800 or an equivalent level is welcomed but not mandatory.
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