Drivemode is seeking to build the future of electric vehicles (BEV) and define and build the next generation of connected vehicle features for global Honda customers, positioning Honda as a leader in the EV and software-defined vehicle (SDV) revolution.
Requirements
- Deep understanding of product development fundamentals and UX/UI principles.
- basic understanding of vehicle architecture and embedded software, cloud services, and mobile apps.
- Experience in both large corporations and startups is highly preferred.
- Experience in the automotive industry is a strong plus but not mandatory.
Responsibilities
- Define and Execute Product Strategy: Develop and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for core part of Honda’s connected features, ensuring alignment with the company’s broader goals for EVs and SDVs (software-defined vehicles).
- Drive Customer-Centric Innovation: Leverage data, user research, and market insights to create intuitive, delightful, and highly functional mobile app experiences for global customers.
- Cross Functional Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders and engineers at Honda and Drivemode design, product and engineering to align priorities, manage expectations, and deliver solutions that meet both regional and global needs.
- Champion Product Excellence: Establish best practices for product management, UX design, and technical integration, ensuring Honda remains at the forefront of the connected service innovation.
Other
- Native Japanese-Speaking Product Managers currently based in the U.S. who are interested in a full-time role and relocation to Japan.
- Occasional travel to Honda in Tochigi and other locations, as well as Drivemode and Honda US offices, may be required to collaborate with key stakeholders.
- 5+ years of product management experience, with a proven track record of delivering successful consumer-facing tech products.
- Fluency in both spoken and written Japanese and business level English are required.
- Great collaborator: Thrive in a multicultural/ multi-region environment with many stakeholders involved by getting everyone together
- Analytical & Strategic: Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to balance long-term vision with short-term execution, driving innovation while delivering results.
- Passion for Mobility: A strong interest in the future of transportation, electric vehicles, and software-defined vehicles.
