VISASQ operates a knowledge platform dedicated to its mission: "We make insightful connections possible." By leveraging an extensive global network of over 700,000 experts, we connect business challenges—from new business development and HR strategies to global expansion—with individuals possessing precisely the right knowledge.

Our tailored solutions, including one-hour interviews, online surveys, and dedicated hands-on support, empower companies to overcome obstacles and achieve their most ambitious goals.

As a pioneer in Japan's Expert Network Service (ENS) industry, we aim to further strengthen our market presence and evolve into a global product that transcends regional and language barriers.

To deliver value to users faster and accelerate our growth, we are seeking a Product Manager to lead initiatives around autonomous AI agents utilizing predictive and generative models.

This role will contribute to both engineering and architecture design.

Mission
Product Management of AI Agent product ("AIA")
Develop and oversee the mid-to-long-term product roadmap

• Ensure a wellplanned migration of features from the legacy platform ("ERM") to "AIA" platform to maximize client value.

Define a clear product strategy to differentiate AIA and collect high-quality data for sustainable competitive advantage.
Achieving Business KPIs
Drive AIA adoption while ensuring implementation boosts business productivity and revenue.
Develop product strategies to significantly improve Data Team efficiency.
Set and track productivity goals to ensure adoption directly contributes to business value.
Collaboration with Japan Corporate Initiative
Propose AI utilization strategies based on requests from Head of Japan Corporate.
Share AIA-related insights with the Japan Corporate team.

Key Responsibilities and Annual Goals
Product Development

Lead the development projects for individual features outlined in the roadmap, including defining specifications, managing the agile process, meeting the success criteria of each iteration, and bridging communication between business and development teams.

Analyze the market, competitors, and customer needs to formulate a clear vision and mid-to-long-term product strategy.
Build a detailed roadmap that balances business goals with technical feasibility and secure executive alignment.
Maximizing Business Values
Define how the adoption of AIA drives business profitability and productivity, and establish KPIs to track its impact.
Lead the prioritization of development efforts to maximize the ROI of the product.
End-to-End Product Lifecycle Management
Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and requirements definition to development, launch, and post-launch performance analysis.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, marketing, and customer support, to drive the product's success.
Deep Customer and Market Understanding
Conduct regular customer interviews and market research to gather insights for product improvement.
Stay current with the latest industry trends and advancements in AI technology, incorporating them into the product strategy.

Technical Environment

Programming language:
Python, C# (ASP.NET Core)

Database:
Microsoft SQL Server


Machine Learning:
Azure OpenAI

Required Skills
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Product Management Skills
5+ years of product management experience, preferably with software or AI products.
A comprehensive skill set in product management, including market research, competitive analysis, user research, requirements definition, and roadmapping.
Experience as a Product Owner in an agile development process.
Technical knowledge of AI and Cloud Technology

Fundamental knowledge of AI, particularly in LLM, Agentic frameworks, NLP, machine learning, data science, and prompt engineering, and an understanding of their application in products.

Prior development experience is nice to have.
The ability to communicate effectively with engineers and understand technical challenges and trade-offs
Business Acumen
The ability to understand business strategy and translate it into a compelling product strategy.
Strong business sense with a focus on P&L and ROI-driven decision-making.
Excellent data-driven and logical decision-making skills, with the ability to articulate reasoning to stakeholders.
Leadership and Communication Skills
The ability to effectively communicate and build consensus with diverse stakeholders, including executives, engineers, sales teams, and customers.
Strong leadership to articulate a clear vision and guide the team toward product success.
Qualifications
Must reside in or be willing and able to relocate to Japan.

Work Location:
Tokyo (Head Office) MAP1F and 9F, 4-7-7 Aobadai, Meguroku Tokyo ,Japan

Contract Type:
Permanent

Probationary period: 3 months, same T&Cs apply as Permanent

Remuneration:
Salary and Bonus: determined based on skills and experience

Working Hours:
Discretionary labor system, similar to exempt employee
Average working hours: 160 hours/month (Average for development team members in second half of FY2022)

Holiday:
Annual holidays: 127 days per year
Full two-day weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and national Japan public holidays
New Year holiday (Year-end and New Year break)
Paid annual leave (granted after 3 months of employment)
Self-development leave (up to 5 consecutive days per year, separate from annual leave)
Employee may be eligible for other types of leave as applicable in accordance with the laws of Japan
Benefits
Monthly wellness and productivity allowance (up to 10,000 yen per month for body care, housework support services, learning and skill development, etc.)
Support for external seminar participation
Book purchase support
Annual flu vaccination
Annual health check-up and optional health screening
Access to health insurance benefits (Includes access to partner resorts, gyms, restaurants, etc.)
Company housing system
Relocation support for hires from outside the area (at time of hire only)
Company support for study groups and social gatherings
Internal club activity support
Lunch allowance for new hire welcome events and internal networking
Insurance
Health Insurance
Pension insurance
Employment insurance
Worker's accident insurance
Work System / Style
Hybrid Work – 3 days attendance per week
Side jobs – possible (with prior approval)

Dress code:
Free

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