Senior Product Manager for MujinController

Mujin develops "MujinController," a platform that leverages a real-time digital twin and advanced robotics to seamlessly connect industrial equipment for fully autonomous operations.

Driven by our unique approach towards Robotics Machine Intelligence (MujinMI), we offer a robust suite of perception, planning, and control algorithms, enabling autonomous robot movement and transforming automation in challenging industrial environments.

Trusted by globally recognized companies, our cutting-edge technology enhances efficiency and innovation across the supply chain. With headquarters in Japan and expanding offices in China, the US, and Europe, Mujin offers a dynamic, fast-growing environment where your work directly shapes the future of automation.

Mujin is a global leader in industrial automation, revolutionizing how robots are used in production and distribution through advanced technologies like motion planning, computer vision, and machine intelligence. Our flagship product, the MujinController, empowers end users with a highly configurable, no-code interface for seamless automation across diverse applications such as palletizing, picking, and truck unloading.

We are seeking a Product Manager to define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the next-generation MujinController, driving innovation and commercialization in a rapidly growing market. This role is central to enhancing user experience, meeting market demands, and expanding our global impact.

Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic research into industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape in industrial automation and intelligent robotics to guide high-impact product decisions
• Own end-to-end product lifecycle management, ensuring timely delivery, cost control, and alignment with strategic goals
• Drive cross-functional program execution, coordinating between product, engineering, marketing, and operations to ensure delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Establish and oversee program governance practices to ensure risk management, milestone tracking, and resource allocation across product initiatives
• Portfolio Management: Direct oversight of the product portfolio, from inception to retirement, ensuring achievement of key business metrics including orders, revenue, and profitability
• Translate business strategy into a differentiated offering and solution portfolio through market segmentation, customer insights, and innovation prioritization
• Lead the definition and evolution of new product portfolios by conducting value analysis, defining roadmap strategy, and collaborating closely with R&D for execution
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, tracking regulatory trends, customer requirements, and emerging technologies to shape product positioning and competitive advantage
• Engage directly with customers to design and negotiate systems architecture, including network protocols, PLC integration, and project-specific interface requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; Master’s or MBA preferred
• 7+ years of experience in product management or product development, preferably in industrial automation, intelligent robotics, or similar domains
• Proven experience managing large-scale, cross-functional programs with multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups
• Strong command of agile methodologies and modern product delivery frameworks
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead through influence in a fast-paced environment

Required Technical Competencies:

• Familiarity with robotics platforms, motion control systems, and embedded systems architectures
• Hands-on experience collaborating with R&D/engineering on hardware-software co-development, technical specifications, and test plans
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear product requirements and business value propositions
• Working knowledge of tools and platforms for agile product development and program tracking (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps)
• Understanding of relevant international standards and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., IEC, ISO, UL, CE) in industrial products
• Strong grasp of systems integration, including APIs, network architecture, and cybersecurity standards
• Desired: Proficiency in data analytics and product telemetry—able to derive actionable insights from product usage and performance metrics

Location

• 3-8-5 Tatsumi, Koto-Ku, Tokyo 135-0053, Japan

Work Hours

• 8:45 - 17:45 (with a 60-minute break)

Salary

• Based on experience and skills
• Salary revision twice a year
• Additional bonuses available based on performance

Holidays

• Every Saturday and Sunday
• Annual paid leaves
• Maternity leave and Childcare leave
• Other holidays as defined by the company

Company Benefits

• Flexible dress code policy
• Commuting allowance
• Japanese Social Security (Health Insurance, Pension, Labor Insurance)
• Monthly team dinner support
• Free buffet lunch every workday
• Free vending machines (offering drinks and snacks)
• High-end coffee machine
• Exclusive Employee Gym Access

Japan Relocation Support

• Visa sponsorship
• Flight ticket support
• Shipping expenses coverage up to a specified limit
• Assistance for housing