Project Manager (Japanese bilingual preferred)

Job Description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Senior Business Manager at Hays - Recruiting Projects, Architects and Leadership Experts in Technology Your new company As a leading creator of interactive experiences, the organization is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of play. With a passion for innovation, they craft immersive worlds that bring people together, spark competition, and inspire the next generation of players. It’s a place where creativity thrives, diverse voices are valued, and bold ideas shape the future of entertainment. Committed to inclusion and constant evolution, they don’t just see the world as it is—they build it as it could be. Your new role Partner with producers, craft directors, and peers to ensure the project is delivered to spec, on time, to quality, and within budget. Report to the Senior Director and work with internal and external development teams to guide game requirements and specifications, develop roadmaps and schedules, and define and measure KPIs for project status updates and gate meetings. Raise project risks to the production team and project leadership. Provide regular status reporting and capacity plan updates. Run sprint and milestone planning meetings, bug triage meetings, and more. Lead the full software development cycle from pre-production through to ship, transitioning into live services including release planning and patching. Ensure a high-quality product for players and the community by establishing engagement processes, collaborating with development team partners, and coordinating and participating in playtest sessions. Occasional travel may be required. Hybrid or on-site work model based in Melbourne. What will you need to succeed? Fully fluent in Japanese, both written and verbal. 3-5+ years of Project Management or Project Lead experience, with detailed work in spreadsheets, burndown charts, and JIRA/JaaS and other project management tools. 1+ years of People Manager experience. Excellent knowledge of production life cycle, processes, and project planning. Experience in a Scrum/Agile and waterfall software development environment. Some technical and engineering experience allowing you to work with engineers. Shipped at least 1 AAA title in large (100+ person) game teams on PC/Mac/Console/Mobile platforms, ideally on multiple platforms. Shipped at least 1 Live Service game and have experience with incident management, change management, and release planning. Bonus: Experience living or working in Japan. Experience working with simulation games. Bachelor's degree in related fields such as Computer Science, Game Development, Business, or 3D Arts. What will you get in return? You will join a dynamic and inclusive team where your creativity and unique voice are valued. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that reach millions of players worldwide, in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development. Additionally, you will benefit from a hybrid work culture based in Melbourne. Visa Sponsorship and relocation support are offered to the selected candidate. What You Need to Do Now If you’re interested in this role, please reply to the email with an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Charul at 0396049576. If this job isn’t quite right for you but you’re looking for a new position, feel free to contact me for a confidential discussion about your career. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Project Management Industries Staffing and Recruiting #J-18808-Ljbffr