About this role
Job Description:
Business Overview
Rakuten Wallet, Inc. is a cryptocurrency exchange and Type 1 Financial Instruments Business Operator within the Rakuten Group, Inc.
We launched our spot cryptocurrency trading service in August 2019. In December of the same year, we introduced a service allowing users to exchange "Rakuten Points" for cryptocurrencies. Furthermore, in March 2020, we commenced a margin (leverage) trading service, enabling transactions beyond the funds held.
Additionally, users can invest in cryptocurrencies by exchanging "Rakuten Points" earned through various Rakuten services. This service has become popular as it allows individuals who may be hesitant to invest with cash to easily start cryptocurrency trading.
Rakuten Wallet, Inc. has also made it possible for users to easily charge the cryptocurrencies (such as Bitcoin) managed through our spot trading service into the e-money "Rakuten Cash." This e-money can then be used at "Rakuten Pay" (app payment) and "Rakuten Point Card" affiliated stores in physical locations.
Department Overview
System Department operates on two main pillars: 'planning, development, and implementation of new services' and 'operation and maintenance of existing services.' Our responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks, including the launch of new in-house services, ensuring their stable operation after implementation, and daily improvement activities from a customer perspective. We play a crucial role in driving our business forward by collaborating with other departments within the company.
Position:
Why We Hire
Rakuten Wallet, Inc. aims to become a core player in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency industry, which is driving the digitalization of society.
The cryptocurrency industry is not merely a speculative asset class; it is rapidly gaining importance as a next-generation financial infrastructure, a key technology for data management, and a foundational element of our digital society. We are looking for colleagues who are eager to join us on the front lines of this transformation, to take on challenges together, and to create the future.
Position Details
You will be responsible for overseeing the entire project (PJ) to ensure its smooth progress and driving the following project initiatives:
We offer flexibility to allow you to fully leverage your expertise, whether by focusing on management tasks utilizing your past experience or by dedicating yourself to technical aspects.
1. Project Planning and Management
- Scope Definition and Requirements Definition
- Schedule Management
- Budget Management
- Resource Management
- Risk Management
- Vendor Management
2. Technical Aspects and Architecture
- Technology Selection and Evaluation
- Oversight of Architecture Design
- Development Process Optimization
3. Security and Compliance
- Overall Security Management
- Regulatory and Legal Compliance
4. Stakeholder Management and Communication
- Collaboration with Internal Stakeholders
- Coordination with External Stakeholders
- Team Building and Development
5. Operations and Improvement
- Release Management
- Monitoring and Incident Response
- Continuous Improvement
Mandatory Qualifications
- Experience in project management related to system development.
- Project experience involving mission-critical systems (in management, operations, or development).
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience working in the cryptocurrency industry.
- Experience working in the financial industry (e.g., banking, securities).
- Experience in system operations.
- Experience in system development (applications, servers).
- Experience using cloud services (e.g., Azure, AWS).
Other Information:
Additional information on Location
Rakuten Crimson House Aoyama
Additional information on Secondment
Secondment to Rakuten Wallet, Inc. while being employed by Rakuten Group, Inc.
Links
*For more information, please refer to the links below:
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- History of the Rakuten Brand
- Rakuten Group as a Global Company
▼ Latest Company News
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- Other Rakuten Group Activities
▼ Conditions of Employment
- Rakuten Group Employee Benefits
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Other facts
About Rakuten
Rakuten Group, Inc. (TSE: 4755) is a global technology leader in services that empower individuals, communities, businesses and society. Founded in Tokyo in 1997 as an online marketplace, Rakuten has expanded to offer services in e-commerce, fintech, digital content and communications to 2 billion members around the world. The Rakuten Group has more than 30,000 employees, and operations in 30 countries and regions. For more information visit https://global.rakuten.com/corp/.
What you'll do
- You will oversee the entire project to ensure its smooth progress, focusing on project planning, management, and technical aspects. Additionally, you will be responsible for security, compliance, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement.
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