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Wayve

Technical Product Manager – Robotaxi

Wayve

. Own the product from zero to one on the roadmap for L4 in Japan .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeTokyo • JapanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical product management with a focus on AI, robotics, and human-machine interaction, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy and execution in the autonomous vehicle domain.

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Technical Product ManagementAI/ML ExpertiseCross-Functional CollaborationFluency in Japanese and EnglishData-Driven Decision Making

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Hard Skills
Product StrategyRoadmap DevelopmentTechnical System DesignAutonomous Vehicle FeaturesSoftware EngineeringRoboticsHuman-Machine InteractionGenerative AI TechniquesAnalytical SkillsIterative Development
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsCustomer-Centric MindsetProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityTeam Leadership
Tools & Technologies
AI SystemsSoftware Development ToolsData Analytics PlatformsSimulation SoftwarePartner Integration Tools
Industry Keywords
RobotaxiAutonomous DrivingConsumer MindsetCross-Functional TeamsLaunch Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Own the product from zero to one on the roadmap for L4 in Japan
  • Define strategy, roadmaps and product requirements with riders in mind, and own the Japan Robotaxi roadmap
  • Lead cross-functional working groups across Engineering, HMI, AI, Systems and Operations to deliver core launches in 2026
  • Serve as the voice of the customer, gathering and prioritising rider and partner feedback, and act as a technical system designer
  • Work with AI, software, hardware, policy, operations and partner teams to resolve bugs and ship features
  • Establish launch readiness, including partner integration, customer use-case coverage, AI driver performance, top issues and launch risks
  • Use data and metrics to steer product decisions
  • Work closely with partners including Uber and Nissan while remaining accountable for Robotaxi product performance in Japan
  • Operate independently from day one, identifying gaps and doing whatever is needed rather than owning one narrow feature

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Proven track record of technical product management experience, shipping products with a consumer mindset in a very technical domain
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional teams
  • Strong technical background in AI/ML, software engineering, robotics, or a related discipline
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, iterative environments with evolving priorities
  • Full Fluency in Japanese and English
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Desirable: Experience owning end-to-end delivery of AV features, including collaboration with engineering, systems, safety, and validation teams
  • Desirable: Understanding of human-machine interaction (HMI), UX, or the broader robotaxi product
  • Desirable: Knowledge of generative AI techniques, LLMs, or Software 2.0 methods as applied to autonomous driving or large-scale simulation
  • Desirable: Analytical, data driven

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Meaningful equity, sharing in the ownership and long term success of Wayve
  • Relocation support and visa sponsorship where applicable
  • Hybrid working
  • Core hours
  • Chance to work hands on in vehicle workshops and labs
  • Learning and development budgets with support for training, conferences and growth
  • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, retirement or pension where applicable, access to therapists, wellbeing partnerships, team socials and more