Technical Program Manager, Distributed Systems at Rapyuta Robotics

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Technical Program Management, Distributed Systems, Robotics, Cross-Functional Facilitation, Backlog Ownership, User Story Writing, Planning, Iteration Goal-Setting, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Data-Informed Decision-Making, Empathy, Leadership, Communication, Agile Methodologies

Industry

Automation Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Rapyuta Robotics builds connected, intelligent robots that make tough, repetitive work safer and more productive. We lead Japan’s pick-assist AMR market and recently launched rapyuta ASRS, a next-gen Autonomous Storage & Retrieval System you’ll partner on closely (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gL5peNhndyo ). Backed by award-winning technology, a strong customer base, and Goldman Sachs, we’re scaling the future of robotics. Role overview You will drive cross-functional execution across distributed, multi-robot systems—aligning software, robotics systems, and product stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-impact features at pace. You’ll own the backlog, orchestrate planning and reviews, and create the conditions for teams to do their best work. What you’ll do Lead a cross-functional group of robotics systems and software engineers working on multi-robot control, coordination, and related distributed systems domains. Align roadmaps with product objectives by partnering daily with product managers, logistics consultants, business analysts, and operations research scientists. Own the group backlog: write and refine user stories, prioritize for value, and maintain crisp, testable acceptance criteria. Run effective cadence: planning, iteration goal-setting, reviews/demos, and retrospectives that drive measurable improvement. Clarify requirements and unblock execution through tight feedback loops with engineering; validate outcomes against business objectives. Champion continuous improvement in processes, quality, reliability, and team learning. Mindset we value Purpose-driven, with a strong connection to our mission of empowering lives with connected machines. Values-led; you model empathy, openness, simplicity, fearlessness, drive, and first-principles thinking in decisions and interactions. Calm, service-oriented leadership—steady under pressure, collaborative, and focused on elevating the team. Minimum qualifications Advanced degree in Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience. 2+ years leading technical programs or projects in a commercial environment (software, robotics, or distributed systems). Demonstrated skill in backlog ownership, cross-functional facilitation, and outcome-oriented delivery. Proficiency in English (spoken and written). Ability and willingness to work from our Tokyo office; visa sponsorship available. Nice to have Background in distributed systems, realtime coordination, or large-scale orchestration (e.g., multi-agent systems, ROS2, event-driven services). Experience in warehousing, logistics, or industrial automation. Data-informed decision-making (experiments, telemetry, reliability metrics).

Responsibilities

You will drive cross-functional execution across distributed, multi-robot systems, aligning software, robotics systems, and product stakeholders. You’ll own the backlog, orchestrate planning and reviews, and create the conditions for teams to do their best work.