Rapyuta Robotics builds connected, intelligent robots that make tough, repetitive work safer and more productive. We lead Japan’s pick-assist AMR market and recently launched rapyuta ASRS , a next-gen Autonomous Storage & Retrieval System you’ll partner on closely ( https : / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=gL5peNhndyo ). Backed by award-winning technology, a strong customer base, and Goldman Sachs, we’re scaling the future of robotics.
Role overview
You will drive cross-functional execution across distributed, multi-robot systems—aligning software, robotics systems, and product stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-impact features at pace. You’ll own the backlog, orchestrate planning and reviews, and create the conditions for teams to do their best work.
What you’ll do
- Lead a cross-functional group of robotics systems and software engineers working on multi-robot control, coordination, and related distributed systems domains.
- Align roadmaps with product objectives by partnering daily with product managers, logistics consultants, business analysts, and operations research scientists.
- Own the group backlog : write and refine user stories, prioritize for value, and maintain crisp, testable acceptance criteria.
- Run effective cadence : planning, iteration goal-setting, reviews / demos, and retrospectives that drive measurable improvement.
- Clarify requirements and unblock execution through tight feedback loops with engineering; validate outcomes against business objectives.
- Champion continuous improvement in processes, quality, reliability, and team learning.
Mindset we value
Purpose-driven, with a strong connection to our mission of empowering lives with connected machines.Values-led; you model empathy, openness, simplicity, fearlessness, drive, and first-principles thinking in decisions and interactions.Calm, service-oriented leadership—steady under pressure, collaborative, and focused on elevating the team.Requirements
Minimum qualifications
Advanced degree in Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.2+ years leading technical programs or projects in a commercial environment (software, robotics, or distributed systems).Demonstrated skill in backlog ownership, cross-functional facilitation, and outcome-oriented delivery.Proficiency in English (spoken and written).Ability and willingness to work from our Tokyo office; visa sponsorship available.Nice to have
Background in distributed systems, realtime coordination, or large-scale orchestration (e.g., multi-agent systems, ROS2, event-driven services).Experience in warehousing, logistics, or industrial automation.Data-informed decision-making (experiments, telemetry, reliability metrics).Benefits