Technical Project Manager (TPM)-Japanese

Persistent; Hyderabad, Pune District; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Cutting-edge tech

Flexible hours

Health check-ups

Comprehensive insurance

Job summary

Persistent is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager with strong Japanese language proficiency to manage Japan-based client projects and ensure successful execution. The role blends project management, technical understanding, and translation skills, working in a hybrid setup from Pune.

The ideal candidate has 12–18 years of IT project delivery experience, solid knowledge of SDLC, cloud, APIs, and agile practices, and is able to translate complex documents and facilitate real-time

Qualifications

• Experience: 12-18 yrs
• Proficient in Japanese (Level 2) translation/interpreting for technical docs.
• Strong PM skills with IT project delivery across Japan-focused engagements.
• Understanding of SDLC, cloud, APIs, microservices, and agile processes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Japanese language (JLPT 2)

Technical Project Management

SDLC fundamentals

Cloud & APIs

Agile methodologies

Technical translation

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

About Position:

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: 12-18 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.
• Japanese Language Skills- Translate technical documents, user stories, project specs, BRDs/SRS from Japanese English.
• Strong verbal & written Japanese communication.

Benefits:

• 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
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization 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."