Software and Application Manager (Japanese Speaking)

ABEAM CONSULTING (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in Singapore seeks a Software & Applications Manager to lead enterprise application management and system integration. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of experience in software management within regulated industries and must communicate effectively in Japanese. This role emphasizes collaboration and the opportunity for professional growth within an empowering environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in software/application management.
• Proven experience in regulated industries like banking or telecom.
• Strong knowledge of IT governance and quality frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead full software/application lifecycle management.
• Oversee system integration, API specifications, and data flows.
• Manage multinational development and QA teams across APAC.

Skills

Experience in software/application management

Leadership in managing multi-country teams

Communication skills in English and Japanese

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

ISO standards knowledge

PMP, PMI-ACP, ITIL certifications

Job description

About Us

From business process re-engineering to global business expansion for Japanese corporations, ABeam Consulting has served our clients through more than 40 years of growth. With our vision of being the No. 1 global consulting firm from Asia, ABeam Consulting helps our clients take on the challenge of business transformation. With 4,400 consultants in Japan, and 3,100 in overseas offices concentrated in Asia, our 7,500 consultants and global alliance partners provide truly comprehensive services.

Job Description

We are seeking a Software & Applications Manager with strong experience in enterprise application lifecycle management, system integration, and regional project leadership. This role requires collaboration with Japan HQ and APAC branches, therefore business-level Japanese proficiency is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full software and application lifecycle management, including requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
• Develop application modernization and upgrade strategies; manage technical documentation and governance.
• Oversee system integration, interface alignment, API specifications, and cross-system data flows.
• Lead SIT/UAT planning, test coverage, environment coordination, and defect resolution.
• Establish quality controls, ISO-aligned processes, and regulatory compliance for financial and public-sector systems.
• Manage multinational development and QA teams across APAC regions.
• Coordinate with Japan HQ and APAC branches, requiring Japanese-language communication.
• Handle vendor management, PMO reporting, risk tracking, and deployment readiness assessment.

Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in software/application management, SDLC oversight, system integration, and enterprise system delivery.
• Proven experience in regulated industries such as banking, financial services, public sector, utilities, telecom, or logistics.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multi-country technical teams across APAC.
• Good communication skills in both English and Japanese (in order to communicate effectively with Japanese speaking clients).
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards, IT governance, quality frameworks, and regulatory compliance.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience delivering core banking systems or large-scale enterprise transformation projects.
• Experience working with Global Japanese banks
• Familiarity with application architecture, dependency analysis, and system consolidation strategies.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-ACP, ITIL, or IPA Japan Project Manager are advantageous.
• You must have an excellent analytical, presentation and soft skills including communication on how to handle existing clients and be client-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
• You must possess a personal attribute such as creativity, positive thinking, quick learning, imagination, leadership, judgment and maturity, curiosity, strong interpersonal skills, professional integrity and initiative.
• Confident in communicating and presenting at the business level to MNC clients.

Why Join Us

At ABeam Consulting, we place a strong emphasis on collaboration, and helping our employees grow and develop their skills, offering a supportive and empowering work environment. With a presence in multiple countries and a diverse range of clients, ABeam Consulting offers an exciting and dynamic workplace for individuals looking to build a career in consulting. ABeam Consulting has also recently joined SAP’s regional strategic partner initiative as their first regional partner in the region and has also been recognized by UiPath as a Diamond Partner in providing RPA solutions. With such accolades, we aim to continue driving enterprise and digital transformation initiatives in order to transform the way people work and communicate in the digital age. In addition, our industry team is working tirelessly in order to bring more solutions to the banking and finance sector.

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