Project Manager (Japan)
Job Summary
Job Description
Limit Break seeks a Project Manager in Tokyo to lead a Unity development team on a new IP. Responsibilities include setting milestones, developing production schedules (development, launch, maintenance), risk mitigation, and communication with stakeholders (internal and external). Collaboration with art and engineering teams is crucial. Ideal candidates possess strong Japanese and English communication, project management experience in the local gaming industry, and experience working with Unity. A deep understanding of the game development lifecycle, particularly for 3D and mobile games, is highly valued.
Must have:
- Japanese & English communication skills
- Project management experience in gaming
- Teamwork and effective communication
- Stakeholder management
- Understanding of game development lifecycle
Good to have:
- Unity experience (live services & tool dev)
- Experience in game development (concept to release)
- Managing complex engineering projects
5 skills required
Job Details
Project Manager
Location: Onsite in Tokyo office
About us:
Deep expertise. Personal and Industry evolution. Impeccable craft. These are Limit Break’s founding principles.
Welcome to Limit Break, where gaming and innovation meet to create a world like no other. As global pioneers in the Mobile gaming industry, we go beyond traditional boundaries to redefine digital markets and build vibrant communities that transcend virtual boundaries.
Our vision extends far beyond gaming as we leverage cutting-edge technology, cryptocurrency, and our unparalleled creative vision to craft unforgettable experiences that unite people from every corner of the globe. From players to traders, we're elevating gaming economies to new heights.
At Limit Break, we take pride in our illustrious track record of over a decade of excellence. Our visionary founders have continually pushed the envelope, transforming the mobile gaming industry with their bold innovations and calculated risks.
Join our trailblazers' team; together, we'll maintain our position as the unrivaled global leaders in mobile gaming.
Backed by esteemed investors such as Buckley Ventures & Paradigm Ventures, we're not just a company but a dynamic force of change and are eager to welcome brilliant minds to help us shape the future of gaming and beyond. Be a part of Limit Break's extraordinary journey, where your creativity and passion will know no limits.
About the Role:
Limit Break is looking for a Project Manager with exceptional communication skills and proven game production experience, ideally with engineering teams on Unity projects. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead a team of Unity developers, working in tandem and partnering with other teams, internal and external, including animators, artists, VFX specialists, designers, and other Unity developers. Your mission is to manage the project lifecycle, ensuring the seamless execution of technical and creative elements for an exciting new IP.
Responsibilities. What you’ll do:
● Understand the roadmap and set milestones for game production.
● Develop production schedules required for all stages (development, launch, maintenance) of the project.
● Identify project risks, mitigate them, and implement effective resolution strategies.
● Communicate closely with internal stakeholders to manage expectations by informing them of the project status, milestones, risks, and opportunities.
● Coordinate tasks in collaboration with key members / leaders within the Art and Engineering teams.
Requirements. Who you are and what you’ve done
Must have
● Written and verbal communication skills in both Japanese and English.
● Ability to set and manage expectations from stakeholders in a changing environment.
● Skill in working cooperatively with a team and communicating effectively.
● Experience in project management within the local gaming industry.
● Expertise in processes that enhance team cooperation and efficiency.
Nice to have
● Understanding of the game development lifecycle, especially in the field of 3D games / mobile games.
● Experience in developing games from concept to release.
● Practical knowledge of Unity for live services and tool development.
● Ability to manage engineering teams in complex projects.
Apply now:
If you are a bilingual professional with a passion for translation, project management and operational support and are excited about contributing to the success of a startup, we invite you to join us. Apply to careers@limitbreak.com to explore this new opportunity and be a key player in shaping our startup's journey!
We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.
Apply now:
If you are a bilingual professional with a passion for translation, project management and operational support and are excited about contributing to the success of a startup, we invite you to join us. Apply to careers@limitbreak.com to explore this new opportunity and be a key player in shaping our startup's journey!
We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.
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