Technical Program Manager (Robotics Hardware Systems)

Tokyo
No Remote
Full-time
February 19, 2026

Born out of ETH Zurich and headquartered in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Rapyuta Robotics operates with the vision to be the leader in making robots more accessible to anyone. We lead the pick‑assist AMR market in Japan and, with the launch of Rapyuta ASRS and other next‑generation systems, we are redefining warehouse automation by blending top‑tier performance with unmatched adaptability.

As a Technical Program Manager – Robotics Hardware Systems, you will drive the end‑to‑end delivery of complex mechatronics programs spanning mechanical, electrical/electronics, and embedded systems, working closely with cross‑functional engineering teams and manufacturing partners. You will orchestrate the journey from concept and prototyping through DFM/DFA, validation, and ramp to production platforms such as AGVs, AMRs, elevators, battery exchangers, and autonomous forklifts.

This is a high‑impact, technical program role for someone who can operate comfortably at the intersection of hardware engineering, multi‑robot systems, and large‑scale delivery, ensuring that what we ship is safe, reliable, and economically viable in real customer warehouses.

Expected Mindset

Driven by purpose and aligned with company mission and values.
Maintains composure, connects with others, and turns constraints into opportunities.
Balances technical rigor with practical delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Own full delivery of robotics hardware programs from concept to production.
Set program goals and metrics for safety, cost, quality, and scalability.
Lead and align cross-functional engineering teams.
Manage program backlog, planning, and execution, coordinate hardware and software releases.
Champion DFM/DFA and coordinate builds and cost optimization.
Oversee risks, dependencies, and validation strategies.
Use data dashboards for delivery and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, or Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent hardware product development experience.
5+ years in product development for electromechanical automation (robotics, automotive, industrial machinery), focusing on motion systems, power electronics, or control cabinets.
3+ years leading technical programs (program manager, TPM, or project manager) in commercial settings.
Familiar with motion subsystems (drivetrains, lifts, chassis) and related constraints.
Understands embedded/electrical systems (power, motor drives, PLCs, sensors) to engage in design discussions and trade-offs.
Experience with DFM/DFA, vendor collaboration, and mass production ramp-up.
Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and deliver complex, cross-team programs on schedule and within scope.
Skilled at fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration (mechanical, electrical, software, operations, business).
Business-level English proficiency for collaborating with suppliers, global teams, and customers is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience delivering programs for warehouse automation, AGVs/AMRs, ASRS, or other industrial robotics systems.
Hands‑on background in one or more of:
- Mechanical design for motion systems (chassis, suspension, lift, drive modules).
- Electrical/electronics design for automation systems, including PLC integration and industrial communication (e.g., CAN, CAN‑FD, fieldbus).
- Embedded systems for robotics (controllers, sensor integration, safety‑related control).
Engineer‑type roles in hardware‑software programs.
Experience working with regulatory or safety standards relevant to industrial equipment.
Prior work in a startup or high‑growth environment where ambiguity and fast iteration are the norm.
Business-level Japanese proficiency for engaging with Japanese suppliers and customers is preferred.

Benefits

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics technologies.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Career growth and development opportunities.
VISA application support

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About Rapyuta Robotics

Rapyuta Robotics is a global technology startup that builds cloud robotics solutions. Their goal is to empower lives through connected machines so humans can focus on intellectually challenging and creative work. They have around 110 employees across their offices in Japan and India.

While improvements in technology are helping to make robotics more accessible to markets, the ability to integrate all the required expertise remains a barrier for most companies. Rapyuta Robotics is building a platform to make robots more attainable and useful to anyone.

Their platform makes it easy for businesses to deploy robotics solutions without needing in-house robotics expertise. By integrating robot hardware, software, sensor data, and applications in the cloud — where powerful data centers manage the heavy computation — Rapyuta’s platform lets end-users focus on their business processes instead of on managing robot hardware or software infrastructure.

Empowering Lives with Connected Machines.
Rapyuta Robotics strongly believes that the dirty, dull, and dangerous work should be automated and people should be given an option to take up more intellectually challenging and creative work. They aim to enable this automation with machines that are connected and coordinated.

They hope that robotics will not exclude people, but work for them as a familiar partner, creating new ways of working and new revenue opportunities.