Technical Project Manager

Persistent Systems; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Long Service awards

Educational sponsorship

Quarterly growth opportunities

Company-sponsored higher education and

certifications

Job summary

Persistent Systems in Pune seeks an experienced Technical Project Manager with Japanese proficiency (Level 2) to lead Japan-focused IT projects, bridge between clients and delivery teams, and handle translation/interpretation tasks. This hybrid role emphasizes seamless communication, risk management, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in project management, strong SDLC, cloud, APIs, microservices knowledge, and a proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams in a

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in project/program management.
• Experience handling Japan-based client projects and liaison.
• Strong Japanese language proficiency (Level 2).
• Good understanding of SDLC, cloud, APIs, microservices, and Agile.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Japan-focused IT projects.
• Plan, execute, track, and manage project risks.
• Ensure deliverables meet timelines, scope, and quality.
• Communicate status and risks to stakeholders.
• Translate and interpret Japanese for client calls and reviews.

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager (TPM) with strong Japanese language proficiency (Level 2) to manage Japan-based client projects, enable seamless communication, translate technical documents, and ensure successful project execution. The role requires a blend of project management, technical understanding, and Japanese translation/interpretation skills.

• Role: Technical program Manager
• Location: Pune
• Experience: 15+yrs
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of Japan-focused IT projects.
• Drive project planning, execution, tracking, and risk management.
• Align project deliverables with timelines, scope, and quality standards.
• Communicate project status and risks to stakeholders.
• Japanese Language Translation & Interpretation
• Translate technical documents, user stories, project specs, BRDs/SRS from Japanese English.
• Provide real-time interpretation during client calls, demos, and reviews.
• Support Japanese-speaking stakeholders with accurate and context-aware communication.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Act as the primary bridge between Japanese clients and the internal delivery team.
• Conduct requirement-gathering sessions in Japanese.
• Ensure cultural sensitivity and communication clarity.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on technical discussions.
• Understand fundamentals of SDLC, cloud, APIs, microservices, and agile processes (not hands-on coding, but good conceptual knowledge).
• Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and release coordination.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Dev, QA, BA, DevOps).
• Support team with translation of defect logs, release notes, and design documents.
• Mentor team members on Japan-specific communication etiquette.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalisation for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment.

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."