IT Manager

Capital.com

. Manage localization and development of the Japan-facing trading platform, website, mobile applications, and related operational systems .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeTokyo • JapanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT project management within financial services, focusing on API integrations, system risk management, and operational resilience. Proficient in managing vendor relationships and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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IT Project ManagementAPI IntegrationsSystem Risk ManagementCybersecurityBCP/DR Testing

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementAPI IntegrationSDK ImplementationCloud InfrastructureSystem Risk ManagementCybersecurityIncident ManagementOperational ResilienceUAT CoordinationVendor Management

Soft Skills

DocumentationIssue ResolutionCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AWSGCPTrading PlatformsMobile ApplicationsOnline Brokerage Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesSecuritiesFX/CFDFintechJapanese Financial Services Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecurityGoogle Cloud PlatformPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage localization and development of the Japan-facing trading platform, website, mobile applications, and related operational systems
Lead project management and vendor control for quick deposit and bank API integrations, as well as eKYC/JPKI SDK implementation
Define business requirements, coordinate specifications, track delivery, run UAT and production-readiness checks, and manage issue resolution
Establish and maintain the system risk management framework based on Financial Services Agency expectations, including IT governance, change management, access controls, incident management, and evidence management
Develop, maintain, and test BCP/DR procedures with local management, operations, compliance, vendors, and global technology teams
Maintain internal IT infrastructure, including networks, security tools, endpoint and PC management, account administration, and support escalation processes
Monitor cybersecurity and third-party technology risks, and support internal and external audit and regulatory inspection responses

Requirements

What you’ll need

IT project management or system development experience in financial services such as securities, FX/CFD, or fintech (3+ years, or equivalent demonstrable capability)
Practical understanding of API integrations, SDK implementation, and cloud infrastructure such as AWS, GCP, or equivalent platforms
Working knowledge of system risk management, cybersecurity, IT governance, change management, and operational resilience
Experience managing external vendors and coordinating requirements and UAT across business, compliance, operations, and technology teams
Ability to document procedures, control evidence, and project materials for audits and regulatory reviews
Business-level English proficiency (nice to have)
Project management qualifications such as PMP (nice to have)
Experience with bank API or quick deposit integrations, eKYC/JPKI, trading platforms, mobile apps, or online brokerage systems (nice to have)
Experience with BCP/DR testing, incident response, vulnerability management, or cloud security controls (nice to have)
Knowledge of Japanese financial services regulations or supervisory expectations for system risk (nice to have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Annual leave
Employee referral program
Medical insurance
Pension plans
Location-specific benefits and perks
30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply)
Two additional paid volunteer days each year