Director of Product Management

Drivemode, acquired by Honda, is on a mission to revolutionize vehicle technology, making cars and motorcycles smarter, safer, and more connected. This role involves leading product management for EV motorcycle software, creating the vision for future EV software platforms for the world's #1 motorcycle manufacturer, and contributing to Honda's success in the EV market.

Must Have

• 7+ years of product management experience in Agile environments
• At least 2 years managing teams of PMs
• Native-level proficiency in Japanese
• Fluent proficiency in English
• Track record of successfully launching and growing consumer-facing software products
• Customer-centric, UX obsessed, and strategic mindset
• Flexible attitude and entrepreneurial mindset

Good to Have

• Experience delivering software products that interact with hardware

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent benefits
• Vibrant startup culture
• Impactful work
• Contribute to revolutionizing vehicle engagement
• Address business needs and environmental challenges
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation
• Occasional international travel

Our Mission:

Driving technology always feels old. Not by a little bit. We believe vehicles can be a thousand times smarter, safer, and more connected to the world around us, and our mission is to see it happen. In 2019, we joined forces with Honda as their first startup acquisition, and now we’re expanding our vision into building the future of electric vehicles (BEV) for millions of people around the world.

Why:

Join for an exciting startup environment and a vibrant culture that combines impactful work, competitive compensation, and excellent benefits. By becoming a part of our team, you'll contribute to a crucial mission that revolutionizes the way people engage with vehicles, addressing both business needs and the world's environmental challenges. This presents an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation and drive Honda's success in the EV market.

About the Role

The , 2W is responsible for leading product management for all EV motorcycle software products. You will create and drive the vision for the future EV software platforms which run vehicles built by the #1 motorcycle manufacturer in the world. This role reports to the President of our .

What You Will Do

• Build products that are central to people’s lives, backed by one of the strongest brands on the planet.
• Create the vision and strategy for software products related to EV motorcycles.
• Lead, mentor, and grow the product management team.
• Oversee the entire product life cycle from conception to launch to growth.
• Work cross-functionally with leaders of hardware and software teams to create industry defining motorcycle products sold globally.
• Occasional international travel to markets our products are sold in.

What We Are Looking For

• 7+ years of product management experience in Agile environments with at least 2 years managing teams of PMs.
• Native-level proficiency in Japanese and fluent proficiency in English, enabling effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Track record of successfully launching and growing consumer-facing software products.
• Customer-centric, UX obsessed, and strategic.
• A flexible attitude and entrepreneurial mindset. Be willing to do what it takes, even if it's outside of your usual responsibility area.
• Someone who thinks that cars and motorcycles can be 1000x better than they are today.

Nice to Have

• Experience delivering software products that interact with hardware.

EEOC Statement

is proud of a very diverse team with employees coming from 5 continents/16 countries as of today. Diversity in our workplace has played an important part in our success; we recognize each employee’s unique background, knowledge, experiences, ideas, and viewpoints which are all critical in developing a product that has the greatest impacts on drivers all over the world.

provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity,  disability, or any other characteristics that make you unique.