Senior Project Manager (Compliance & Cybersecurity)
Senior Project Manager (Compliance & Cybersecurity)
Job type:
Permanent
Specialization:
Project & Product Management
Language Level:
Japanese Level - None,English Level - High Intermediate (TOEIC 730)
Location:
Tokyo
Salary:
¥10,000,000.00 - ¥15,000,000.00 Yearly
Job Reference:
482604
A Silicon Valley Start-up is looking for a Senior Project Manager (Compliance & Cybersecurity)
As a Senior Project Manager, you will drive, coordinate, and continuously improve our A-SPICE-aligned development process while laying the groundwork for cybersecurity compliance (ISO 21434 / UNR155). You will own the project plan, shepherd cross-functional teams, and ensure that process improvements land on time, on budget, and with measurable impact. You will work closely with a senior project manager, leading the compliance process implementation.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Compliance Lead to build the integrated A-SPICE + cybersecurity process implementation roadmap and schedule
- Run recurring syncs, issue boards, and retros with engineering, QA, product, and external auditors; surface blockers early
- Coordinate the creation, review, and rollout of compliant process assets (SOPs, templates, checklists) that are easy for our squads to adopt
- Lead internal gap assessments, manage assessor logistics, and keep evidence audit-ready. Work with the Compliance Lead to implement corrective-action as the squads learn to adopt the new process
- Define KPIs (e.g., process conformance, defect escape rate) and drive PDCA cycles to hit Level B targets
- Act as first-line coach for Engineering, QA, and Product on new workflows
- Reframe compliance as a speed booster - proving that disciplined processes clear roadblocks and help us ship faster
- Partner with other project managers to ensure compliance milestones mesh with ongoing release efforts
Required Skills:
- 5+ years driving multi-team software or hardware initiatives
- Managed one or more projects in alignment with A-SPICE, created and maintained process assets, evidence, and internal gap analysis
- Familiarity with ISO 21434/UNR-155 and can integrate CS activities into A-SPICE workflow
- Passionate about creating a process based on running iterative sprints without sacrificing A-SPICE / safety evidence; can explain how short feedback loops and disciplined documentation push our development forward rather than clash
- You love working with people and collaboratively solving a challenging problem
- You are structured and proactive. You have a proven track record of anticipating gaps and turning ambiguity into a crisp plan
- You have a growth mindset - you iterate on process, seek feedback, and level up peers in the journey
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in English
Why should you apply:
- Strong focus on digital experience for new electric vehicles
- Exciting startup environment that combines impactful work, competitive compensation, and excellent benefits
Company Details:
A fast growing and dynamic Silicon Valley start-up working with a large Japanese company R&D center on IoT solutions. The team is very international and talented, so they are looking for people that really want to make an impact and want to learn about new cutting edge technology! In addition, it offers great benefits including 15-20 days holidays, good career progression and hybrid work style.
Working Hours : 9:00 - 18:00 (Mon-Fri)
Working Style: Hybrid (2-3 days of remote work allowed)
Holidays: Saturday, Sunday, and National Holidays, Year-end and New Year Holidays, Paid Holidays, Other Special Holidays
Services/Benefits: Social insurances, Drivemode offers highly competitive financial rewards, comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives and belonging. As Drivemode grows, so will you.
Interview Process: 4 rounds
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